How To Fix DB873 - Error while loading variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 873

• Message text: Error while loading variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB873 - Error while loading variant ?

  The SAP error message DB873, which states "Error while loading variant," typically occurs when there is an issue with loading a variant in a report or transaction. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Corrupted Variant: The variant you are trying to load may not exist, or it may be corrupted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the variant from being loaded correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical errors in the program or report that is trying to load the variant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify that the variant exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction and checking the list of available variants.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is missing or corrupted, consider recreating it. Make sure to save it properly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a database consistency check to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the database.
  Review Transport Logs: If the variant was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP development environment, you can debug the program to identify any technical issues that may be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the program associated with the variant.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.