How To Fix EIN802 - The name for the variant is incorrect.

EIN802 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIN - Foreign Trade: General Messages - Continuation

• Message number: 802

• Message text: The name for the variant is incorrect.

What causes this issue?

The name under which you want to create the variant is incorrect.

System Response

The system could not create any variant. The system cancelled
processing.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different name for the variant to be created.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIN802 - The name for the variant is incorrect. ?

  The SAP error message EIN802, which states "The name for the variant is incorrect," typically occurs when there is an issue with the naming convention or format of a variant in SAP. Variants are used to store specific selection criteria for reports or transactions, and they must adhere to certain naming rules.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The variant name may contain invalid characters or spaces that are not allowed.
  Length Restrictions: The name may exceed the maximum length allowed for variant names.
  Naming Conventions: The name may not follow the required naming conventions (e.g., starting with a letter, no special characters).
  Existing Variant Conflict: There may be a conflict with an existing variant name in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create or modify variants.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Naming Rules: Ensure that the variant name follows the SAP naming conventions. Typically, it should start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and