How To Fix DB644 - Create a variant first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 644

• Message text: Create a variant first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB644 - Create a variant first ?

  The SAP error message DB644 "Create a variant first" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant to be defined, but no variant has been created or selected. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
  Cause:
  
  No Variant Created: The most common cause is that the user has not created a variant for the report or transaction they are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected a report or transaction that requires a variant, but they have not selected an existing variant.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Variant:
  
  Navigate to the report or transaction where you encountered the error.
  Look for an option to create a variant (usually found in the menu under "Variants" or "Save as Variant").
  Enter the required parameters and save the variant with a meaningful name.
  
  
  
  Select an Existing Variant:
  
  If a variant has already been created, ensure that you select it from the list of available variants before executing the report or transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  If you believe you should be able to create or access variants, check with your SAP administrator to ensure you have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific report or transaction to understand the requirements for variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes that utilize variants, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to create and manage variants effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to variants for the report or transaction you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB644 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP.