How To Fix F5A318 - Worklists do not contain screen variant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Worklists do not contain screen variant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A318 - Worklists do not contain screen variant & ?

  The SAP error message F5A318, which states "Worklists do not contain screen variant &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the screen variant configuration in the context of worklists in SAP. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when users are trying to access or utilize worklists that rely on specific screen variants that are either missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Screen Variant: The specified screen variant does not exist in the system. This could happen if the variant was deleted or never created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the screen variant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The worklist may be incorrectly configured to reference a screen variant that is not applicable or available in the current context.
  Transport Issues: If the screen variant was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Screen Variant: Verify if the screen variant specified in the error message exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code SHD0 for screen variants) and checking if the variant is listed.
  Create or Restore the Screen Variant: If the screen variant is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the screen variant. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration of the worklist to ensure it is correctly set up to reference the appropriate screen variant.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects, including screen variants, were included in the transport request and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SHD0 (for managing screen variants) and SE93 (for managing transaction codes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to worklists and screen variants for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.