How To Fix FM_BP_BWRET004 - Enter a query variant

FM_BP_BWRET004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_BP_BWRET - Messages for FM Budget Preparation Retraction

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Enter a query variant

What causes this issue?

You want to transfer the plan data from the BW system in the
<DS:GLOS.3526B43AAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>Background</>. Since the
query contains variables, you must enter a query variant.
If you executed the transfer in the dialog and did not create any
variants, the system will request them online.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FM_BP_BWRET004 - Details

• The SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET004, which states "Enter a query variant," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a user attempts to execute a query without specifying a variant. Variants in SAP BW are used to save specific settings for queries, such as filters, display options, and other parameters, allowing users to quickly run queries with predefined settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Query Variant: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected or entered a query variant when trying to execute a BW query.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the query variants.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the BW system or the specific query that is being executed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Query Variant:
  
  When executing the query, look for an option to select a variant. This is usually found in the selection screen of