How To Fix EI098 - Maintain only the attributes of the selection variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Maintain only the attributes of the selection variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI098 - Maintain only the attributes of the selection variant ?

  The SAP error message EI098, which states "Maintain only the attributes of the selection variant," typically occurs when there is an issue with the selection variant in a report or transaction. This error is often related to the way selection variants are defined or used in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Selection Variant: The selection variant may not be properly defined or may contain attributes that are not allowed.
  Incompatible Fields: The fields included in the selection variant may not be compatible with the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Missing Attributes: Required attributes for the selection variant may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings that affect how selection variants are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurs and check the selection variant settings.
  Ensure that only valid attributes are included in the selection variant.
  
  
  
  Modify the Selection Variant:
  
  If you have access, modify the selection variant to remove any incompatible fields or attributes.
  Ensure that all required fields are included and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create a New Selection Variant:
  
  If the existing selection variant is problematic, consider creating a new selection variant from scratch with the correct attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly define selection variants for the specific report or transaction.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain selection variants. Lack of permissions can sometimes lead to errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to access and modify selection variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to selection variants and this specific error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EI098 error and successfully maintain your selection variants in SAP.