How To Fix FCC1317 - Variant &1 does not exist for report &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCC1 - Messages in Financial Closing Cockpit

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Variant &1 does not exist for report &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCC1317 - Variant &1 does not exist for report &2 ?

  The SAP error message FCC1317 indicates that a specific variant for a report does not exist. This error typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report using a variant that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified in the report execution does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The user may have mistyped the variant name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Deleted Variants: The variant may have been deleted by another user or during a system cleanup.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name entered is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Create or Modify Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you can create a new variant for the report.
  Navigate to the report in question, and use the "Variants" option to create a new one.
  
  
  Check for Deletion: If the variant was deleted, you may need to recreate it or check with your SAP administrator to see if it can be restored.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the variant. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Use Standard Variants: If applicable, consider using standard variants that are provided with the report instead of custom ones.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to execute reports and manage variants.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific report to understand how variants are managed and any specific requirements for creating them.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCC1317 error and successfully execute the report with the desired variant.