How To Fix EU428 - The variant &1 of the report &2 was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EU - Development Environment

• Message number: 428

• Message text: The variant &1 of the report &2 was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EU428 - The variant &1 of the report &2 was not found ?

  The SAP error message EU428 indicates that a specific variant of a report could not be found. This typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report with a variant that either does not exist or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified in the report execution does not exist in the system.
  Deleted Variant: The variant may have been deleted by another user or during a system cleanup.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name entered is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Create or Recreate the Variant: If the variant does not exist, you can create a new variant for the report:
  
  Go to the report transaction.
  Execute the report with the desired selection criteria.
  Save the selection as a variant.
  
  
  Check for Deletion: If you suspect the variant was deleted, check with your colleagues or system administrator to see if it can be restored or if a backup exists.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  Use Standard Variants: If applicable, consider using standard variants provided by SAP or other users.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to execute reports and manage variants.
  Variant Management: Variants can be managed through the report's selection screen, where you can create, modify, or delete variants.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific reports to understand how variants are structured and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or variant management.