How To Fix FA082 - No line layout variants were defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FA - Payment Advice Administration

• Message number: 082

• Message text: No line layout variants were defined

What causes this issue?

A line layout variant could not be determined for displaying the
payment advice items in the payment advice overview.

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?

The line layout variants are defined in the configuration menu for
display formats via <LS>Posting -> Payment advices -> Line layout</>.
Maintain the line layout variants if you have authorization to do so.
<DS:TRAN.FAKP>Proceed</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FA082 - No line layout variants were defined ?

  The SAP error message FA082 ("No line layout variants were defined") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to display or process asset-related reports or transactions, and the system cannot find a defined layout for the output.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Layout Variants: There are no line layout variants defined for the specific report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the asset accounting reports may not have been set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the defined layout variants.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FA082 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Define Line Layout Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction code AO90 (for defining layout variants).
  Create a new layout variant or modify an existing one according to your requirements.
  Ensure that the layout variant is assigned to the appropriate report or transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the necessary layout variants are defined and activated.
  You can check the configuration through the transaction code SPRO and navigate to:
  
  Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Reports > Define Layout Variants.
  
  
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the layout variants. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to define or modify layout variants, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: AO90 (Define Layout Variants), SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Manuals: Refer to the user manuals or training materials for Asset Accounting for more detailed instructions on working with layout variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FA082 error and successfully execute the desired asset accounting reports or transactions.