How To Fix EIN806 - Name a variant.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Name a variant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIN806 - Name a variant. ?

  The SAP error message EIN806 ("Name a variant") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant to be specified, but no variant has been provided. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to run them with predefined parameters.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The user tries to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant.
  The user has not selected or entered a variant name.
  The variant name provided does not exist or is not accessible to the user.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EIN806 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify a Variant:
  
  When prompted, enter a valid variant name in the appropriate field.
  If you do not have a variant, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create a Variant:
  
  Navigate to the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Look for an option to create a variant (usually found in the selection screen).
  Fill in the required fields and save the variant with a meaningful name.
  
  
  
  Check Variant Availability:
  
  Ensure that the variant you are trying to use exists and is accessible to your user profile.
  You can check this by using the variant management options (often accessible via the "Variants" button on the selection screen).
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  If the variant exists but you still receive the error, check if you have the necessary authorizations to access that variant. You may need to contact your SAP administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific report or transaction, refer to the SAP documentation or help files for guidance on how to use variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can often find variants under transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report).
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to create and execute 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 EIN806 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP.