How To Fix GZ651 - The variant & does not exist

GZ651 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GZ - Message class for FI-LC

• Message number: 651

• Message text: The variant & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The relevant data for the selected variant of the FS chart of accounts
must exist in the standard system SAP. FS items, line layout rules,
validation rules, translation methods, sets and reports must be stored
redundant with the appropriate indicator (R-..., S-..., ...).

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GZ651 - Details

• The SAP error message GZ651 ("The variant & does not exist") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific variant, but the system cannot find the specified variant. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Variant Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name you are trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Client-Specific Data: The variant may exist in a different client, and you are trying to access it in a client where it does not exist.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name you are using is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Create the