How To Fix E4021 - Variant could not be generated successfully

E4021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E4 - Program maintenance functions within development system

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Variant could not be generated successfully

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E4021 - Variant could not be generated successfully ?

  The SAP error message E4021, which states "Variant could not be generated successfully," typically occurs when there is an issue with the variant configuration in SAP. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to create or modify a variant for a report, transaction, or program.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The variant may reference fields or values that are missing or incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the variant.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  Field Length or Data Type Mismatch: The data being entered into the variant may not match the expected field length or data type.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the successful generation of the variant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Input: Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that