How To Fix FKKID_MSG038 - No display variant exists for ALV

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKID_MSG - Messages for FI-CA Loc. Cross-Country

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No display variant exists for ALV

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKID_MSG038 - No display variant exists for ALV ?

  The SAP error message FKKID_MSG038 ("No display variant exists for ALV") typically occurs in the context of the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable modules, particularly when working with the ALV (ABAP List Viewer) reports. This error indicates that the system cannot find a display variant for the report you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Display Variant: The most common cause is that there is no display variant defined for the specific ALV report you are trying to run. Display variants are used to save specific settings for how data is presented in ALV reports.
  User-Specific Settings: The display variant may be user-specific, and if it has not been created or saved for your user ID, you will encounter this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create display variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Display Variant:
  
  Navigate to the ALV report that is generating the error.
  Go to the "Settings" menu in the ALV output screen.
  Select "Save Layout" or "Save Variant" (the exact wording may vary).
  Enter a name for the variant and save it. Ensure that you check the option to make it user-specific if needed.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  You can check if any display variants exist by going to the "Settings" menu and selecting "Manage Variants" or "Display Variants."
  If a variant exists, ensure that it is correctly configured and accessible.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or use display variants. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Variants:
  
  If you are using a standard SAP report, check if there are any standard display variants provided by SAP that you can use.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Reports: ALV (ABAP List Viewer) is a tool in SAP that allows for the display of data in a tabular format with various functionalities like sorting, filtering, and layout saving.
  Display Variants: Display variants allow users to save their preferred settings for how data is displayed in ALV reports, including column selection, sorting order, and layout.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for FKKID_MSG038 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully run the ALV report.