How To Fix FSH_SD_COMMON079 - Variants maybe inconsistent; application variants are redetermined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_SD_COMMON -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Variants maybe inconsistent; application variants are redetermined

What causes this issue?

You have changed the item details that are relevant for redetermination
of application variants. However, you have not maintained the newly
determined variants and the quantities for them in the variant matrix.

System Response

The document may contain invalid variants. The system does not allow you
to edit the details of the invalid variants. The system only displays
the availability overview for the valid variants that belong to the
sales application variants in the <ZK>ATP Overview</> tab. The invalid
variants in the document may lead to incorrect results in the subsequent
processes.

How to fix this error?

You can perform one of the following actions:
After changing the item details that are relevant for redetermination of
application variants, maintain the newly determined variants and
quantities for them in the variant matrix.
Or
Undo the changes in the item details that lead to the redetermination of
application variants.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON079 - Variants maybe inconsistent; application variants are redetermined ?

  The SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON079 indicates that there is an inconsistency with the application variants in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) or related modules. This error typically arises when the system detects that the variants used in a transaction or report do not match the expected configuration or data.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The application variants may have been changed or deleted, leading to inconsistencies in the data that the system is trying to process.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings or master data that affect the variants can lead to this error.
  User Modifications: If users have modified the variants or if there are multiple users working with different versions of the same variant, inconsistencies can arise.
  Transport Issues: If the variants were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be discrepancies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Redetermine Variants: The error message suggests that the application variants will be redetermined. This can often be done by reloading the transaction or report, which may resolve the inconsistency.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the application variants to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Review User Modifications: Check if any users have made changes to the variants that could have caused the inconsistency. If necessary, revert to a previous version of the variant.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it is affecting critical business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing variants, such as SE93 (for transaction variants) or SE80 (for object navigator).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FSH_SD_COMMON079 for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve the inconsistency with the application variants.