How To Fix FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN004 - No variants selected

FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN - Messages for Generated Selection Screens

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No variants selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN004 - No variants selected ?

  The SAP error message FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN004 ("No variants selected") typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when executing certain transactions that require the selection of a variant. Variants in SAP are predefined settings that allow users to save specific parameters for reports or transactions, making it easier to execute them with consistent criteria.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the user attempted to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant, but no variant has been selected. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The user did not select a variant from the available options.
  The variant may not be available for the specific report or transaction being executed.
  The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variants.
  The system may not have any variants saved for the report or transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select a Variant:
  
  When prompted, ensure that you select a valid variant from