How To Fix FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN004 - No variants selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 the list. If you do not see any variants, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create a Variant:
  
  If no variants are available, you can create a new one by:
  
  Navigating to the report or transaction.
  Entering the desired selection criteria.
  Saving the settings as a variant (usually through a "Save as Variant" option).
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the variants. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation or help files related to the specific report or transaction to understand how variants are used and managed.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to use variants effectively within SAP to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction.