How To Fix F4459 - No standard variants are defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 459

• Message text: No standard variants are defined

What causes this issue?

No standard variants are defined for the line layout in your client.

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?

You should define some standard variants using the existing customizing
functions (default settings) for displaying line items.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4459 - No standard variants are defined ?

  The SAP error message F4459: No standard variants are defined typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a standard variant, but none has been defined for that particular report or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  No Standard Variants Defined: The primary cause of this error is that the report or transaction you are trying to run does not have any standard variants set up in the system.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create variants.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the creation or recognition of standard variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Standard Variant:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or report that is generating the error.
  Look for an option to create a variant (usually found in the selection screen).
  Enter the required selection criteria and save the variant as a standard variant.
  Ensure that you save it with the appropriate name and settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or access variants. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to create a variant or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team. They can check for any configuration issues or system settings that may be affecting variant creation.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Reports:
  
  If the report is not critical, consider using alternative reports or transactions that may provide similar information without requiring a standard variant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to variant management, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific reports to understand how to create and manage variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F4459 and successfully execute the desired report or transaction.