How To Fix EG656 - Periodic replacement list cannot be created without valid variant

EG656 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Periodic replacement list cannot be created without valid variant

What causes this issue?

A variant is required to create or extend the periodic replacement
list. The periodic replacement list could not be created because the
variant was not saved.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

EG656 - Details

• The SAP error message EG656, which states "Periodic replacement list cannot be created without valid variant," typically occurs in the context of creating a periodic replacement list in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a valid variant to proceed with the creation of the replacement list.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The most common cause of this error is that a required variant for the report or transaction is not defined or is not available.
  Incorrect Configuration: The variant may not be correctly configured or may not meet the necessary criteria for the periodic replacement list.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existing Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction where you are trying to create the periodic replacement list.
  Check if there are any existing variants that can be used. You can usually find this option in the selection screen of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Create a New