How To Fix DB899 - No variants found for this selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 899

• Message text: No variants found for this selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB899 - No variants found for this selection ?

  The SAP error message DB899 "No variants found for this selection" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant, but no suitable variants are available for the specified selection criteria. Variants in SAP are predefined sets of input values that can be used to simplify the execution of reports and transactions.
  Causes:
  
  No Variants Created: The most common cause is that no variants have been created for the specific report or transaction you are trying to run.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you are using may not match any existing variants.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the variants.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue with the SAP system or the specific report.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create a Variant:
  
  Go to the report or transaction in question.
  Enter the selection criteria you want to save as a variant.
  Click on the "Save" button (often represented by a disk icon) to create a new variant.
  Provide a name and description for the variant and save it.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  Use the "Variants" button (or similar option) to view existing variants for the report.
  Ensure that the selection criteria you are using match one of the existing variants.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access and execute the variants.
  Contact your SAP security administrator if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Review Technical Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any technical issues with the report or transaction.
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific report or transaction to understand how variants are managed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to manage and execute reports.
  User Exits and Enhancements: Sometimes, custom logic may affect how variants are handled. Check if there are any user exits or enhancements that could be impacting the report.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to the specific report or transaction.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.