How To Fix EAR_LEGAL_REPORT027 - Variant has not been selected. Default variant & will be used.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAR_LEGAL_REPORT - ARGENTINA: Legal report message class

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Variant has not been selected. Default variant & will be used.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAR_LEGAL_REPORT027 - Variant has not been selected. Default variant & will be used. ?

  The SAP error message EAR_LEGAL_REPORT027 indicates that a variant for a specific report or transaction has not been selected, and as a result, the system will use a default variant instead. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report that requires a variant for its parameters, but none has been specified.
  Cause:
  
  No Variant Selected: The user did not select a variant before executing the report.
  Default Variant Not Configured: The system may not have a default variant configured for the report.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variants.
  Report Configuration: The report may be configured in such a way that it requires a specific variant to run properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Variant:
  
  When executing the report, look for an option to select a variant. This is usually available in the selection screen of the report.
  If you have previously created a variant, select it from the list.
  
  
  
  Create a New Variant:
  
  If no suitable variant exists, you can create a new one by filling in the required parameters and saving it as a variant.
  To create a variant, navigate to the report selection screen, enter the necessary parameters, and then use the "Save as Variant" option.
  
  
  
  Check Default Variant Settings:
  
  Ensure that a default variant is configured for the report if it is required. This can usually be done by a user with the appropriate authorization.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  If you suspect that authorization issues are preventing you from selecting or creating a variant, contact your SAP security administrator to review your user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check the documentation for the specific report to understand its requirements regarding variants and parameters.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can often find the report associated with this error by using transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to the specific report or error message for any known issues or patches.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to use variants effectively in SAP to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the report with the appropriate variant.