How To Fix GX067 - The current selection variant is out of date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GX - Archiving/Reorganization

• Message number: 067

• Message text: The current selection variant is out of date

What causes this issue?

Selection options were entered that are not longer valid for the
current program.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The variant used is not valid for this program and has to be created
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GX067 - The current selection variant is out of date ?

  The SAP error message GX067, which states "The current selection variant is out of date," typically occurs when a selection variant that is being used in a report or transaction is no longer valid. This can happen for several reasons, such as changes in the underlying data structure, modifications to the report, or updates to the selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Changes in Data Structure: If the fields or tables that the selection variant relies on have been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed), the variant may become invalid.
  Report Modifications: If the report or transaction has been updated or changed, the selection variant may not align with the new parameters.
  User Authorizations: Changes in user roles or authorizations may affect the ability to access certain fields or data, leading to the variant being considered out of date.
  Transport Issues: If the selection variant was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the target system has different configurations, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Update the Selection Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurs.
  Access the selection variant management (usually through the "Variants" button).
  Update or recreate the selection variant to ensure it aligns with the current report structure.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  Review any recent changes made to the report or data structure that may have affected the selection variant.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or development team to identify any modifications.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant is significantly out of date, it may be easier to recreate it from scratch based on the current report requirements.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access all fields included in the selection variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP notes or documentation related to the specific report or transaction for any known issues or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE93 (Transaction Codes) to manage or investigate the selection variants.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling selection variants.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GX067 error and ensure that your selection variants are up to date and functional.