How To Fix FG816 - Variant will be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FG - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Variant will be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FG816 - Variant will be deleted ?

  The SAP error message FG816 ("Variant will be deleted") typically occurs in the context of SAP reporting or variant management. This message indicates that a variant (a saved set of parameters for a report or transaction) is set to be deleted, often due to certain conditions not being met or because of a system configuration issue.
  Causes:
  
  Obsolete Variants: The variant may be considered obsolete or no longer relevant due to changes in the underlying report or transaction.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to maintain or use the variant.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that automatically delete variants after a certain period or under specific conditions.
  Data Integrity Issues: If the variant references data or parameters that no longer exist or are invalid, the system may flag it for deletion.
  Manual Deletion: A user with the appropriate permissions may have manually marked the variant for deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Variants: Check the list of variants to see if the one in question is indeed obsolete or if it can be modified to meet current requirements.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and maintain the variant.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to understand any system settings that may affect variant management.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is important, consider recreating it with the necessary parameters.
  System Settings Review: If the deletion is due to system settings, work with your SAP Basis team to adjust these settings if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to manage and execute reports with variants.
  User Roles: Check user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 to ensure that the user has the right access.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to variant management and error messages.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FG816 error message effectively.