How To Fix /EACA/PMCF132 - Variant &1 is already the active variant

/EACA/PMCF132 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACA/PMCF -

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Variant &1 is already the active variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACA/PMCF132 - Variant &1 is already the active variant ?

  The SAP error message /EACA/PMCF132 Variant &1 is already the active variant typically occurs in the context of variant management within SAP, particularly when dealing with variants in reports or programs. This error indicates that the variant you are trying to activate or set as active is already the active variant.
  
  Cause:
  
  Redundant Activation: The most common cause of this error is that the variant you are trying to activate is already set as the active variant. This can happen if the user attempts to activate the same variant multiple times.
  User Error: The user may not be aware that the variant is already active and tries to perform an action that is unnecessary.
  System Configuration: In some cases, there may be issues with how variants are managed or configured in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Variant: Before attempting to activate a variant, check which variant is currently active. You can do this by navigating to