How To Fix GS606 - Selection variant & does not exist or is obsolete


GS606 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GS - Sets

  • Message number: 606

  • Message text: Selection variant & does not exist or is obsolete

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  • What causes this issue?

    Group &V3& should be used. &V3& is a <DS:TX.SET_DYNAMIC>selection
    variant</>; selection variant &V1& for program &V2& does not however
    exist or is obsolete.

    How to fix this error?

    Enter the name of an existing selection variant.

    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.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS606 - Selection variant & does not exist or is obsolete ?
    The SAP error message GS606, which states "Selection variant & does not exist or is obsolete," typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report or transaction that references a selection variant that is either not defined in the system or has been marked as obsolete.
    Causes:
    
    Non-Existent Selection Variant: The selection variant specified does not exist in the system. This could happen if the variant was deleted or never created.
    Obsolete Selection Variant: The selection variant exists but has been marked as obsolete, meaning it is no longer available for use.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant.
    Incorrect Input: The user may have entered the selection variant name incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to find it.
    
    Solutions:
    
    
    Check the Selection Variant:
    
    Verify the name of the selection variant you are trying to use. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and that it exists in

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