How To Fix F4652 - Variant & is obselete; select and save

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Variant & is obselete; select and save

What causes this issue?

It was apparent from the SAP release that the selected variant had an
obsolete release status. You have to save these variants once again in
order that any possible changes to the framework data during release
changeover also take effect in the variants which comprise this
framework data.

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?

Save the affected variants.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4652 - Variant & is obselete; select and save ?

  The SAP error message F4652 indicates that the variant you are trying to use is obsolete. This typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or other areas where variants are used to save specific settings for reports or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Variant: The variant you are trying to use has been marked as obsolete in the system. This can happen if the variant was deleted or if it has been replaced by a new variant.
  User Permissions: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access the variant.
  System Changes: Changes in the configuration or updates to the system may lead to certain variants becoming obsolete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Different Variant: If the variant is obsolete, you will need to select a different, active variant. You can do this by navigating to the variant selection screen and choosing an available variant.
  Create a New Variant: If no suitable variants are available, you may need to create a new variant with the desired settings. This can usually be done by:
  
  Going to the report or transaction where the variant is used.
  Selecting the option to create a new variant.
  Entering the necessary parameters and saving the new variant.
  
  
  Check Variant Status: If you believe the variant should still be active, check with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for maintaining variants to see if it can be reactivated or if there is a reason it was marked as obsolete.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the variants. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust your permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE38 (for executing reports) or SE93 (for managing variants) to manage your variants.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing variants and understanding their lifecycle.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F4652 and continue with your work in SAP.