How To Fix F4653 - Variant & was deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Variant & was deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4653 - Variant & was deactivated ?

  The SAP error message F4653, which states "Variant & was deactivated," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when using variants for financial statements, reports, or other financial transactions. This error indicates that the specific variant you are trying to use has been deactivated and is no longer available for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deactivation: The variant may have been manually deactivated by a user with the appropriate permissions.
  System Updates: Changes in the system configuration or updates may have led to the deactivation of certain variants.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, leading to the perception that it is deactivated.
  Data Consistency: The variant may have been deactivated due to inconsistencies or issues in the underlying data or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reactivate the Variant:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where the variant is managed (e.g., transaction code GRR1 for report variants).
  Check the status of the variant and reactivate it if it has been deactivated.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Review System Changes:
  
  If the deactivation coincided with a system update or configuration change, review the changes made to identify any impact on the variants.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing variants and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as GRR1 (for managing report variants) and GRR2 (for displaying report variants).
  User Roles: Understand the roles and authorizations required to manage and access variants in your SAP environment.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any related error messages or warnings that may provide additional context for the deactivation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the F4653 error and restore access to the required variant.