How To Fix EEDMSET043 - Enter a selection variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMSET - Messages for Settlement

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Enter a selection variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDMSET043 - Enter a selection variant ?

  The SAP error message EEDMSET043 indicates that a selection variant is required but has not been provided. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a predefined selection variant, but the system cannot find one.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Variant: The user has not specified a selection variant when executing the report or transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The report or transaction may be configured to require a selection variant that is not available or has not been created.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify a Selection Variant:
  
  When prompted, enter a valid selection variant. You can create a new one if necessary.
  To create a selection variant, navigate to the report or transaction, and look for an option to save or create a variant. Fill in the required fields and save it.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  If you believe a variant should exist, check the list of available variants for the report. You can usually do this by clicking on the "Variants" button or using the appropriate menu option.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variants. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the requirements for selection variants.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Selection Variants: These are predefined sets of input values that can be saved and reused for reports and transactions in SAP. They help streamline the process of entering data for frequently run reports.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the report you are trying to run, as they may have specific requirements for selection variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message EEDMSET043 and successfully execute your report or transaction.