How To Fix HRBEN00VIEWS139 - Variant & does not exist, select another variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00VIEWS - Error Messages for Benefits - Views

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Variant & does not exist, select another variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00VIEWS139 - Variant & does not exist, select another variant ?

  The SAP error message "HRBEN00VIEWS139 Variant & does not exist, select another variant" typically occurs in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with benefits administration or related reporting functions. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified variant for a report or selection screen.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Variant: The variant specified in the report or selection screen does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, deletion, or the variant not being created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was created in a different environment (e.g., development) and not transported to the current environment (e.g., production), it may not be available.
  User-Specific Variants: Variants can be user-specific, and if the variant was created by another user, it may not be accessible to the current user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name entered is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Create or Modify Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, create a new variant using the appropriate selection screen.
  If the variant was deleted, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Use a Different Variant: If the specified variant is not critical, consider using a different variant that is known to exist.
  Transport Variants: If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it is transported to the current environment.
  User-Specific Variants: If the variant is user-specific, check if you can access it under the user who created it or ask that user to share it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to run reports and check for variants.
  Variant Management: Use transaction code VARIANT to manage variants, where you can create, modify, or delete variants.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing variants and troubleshooting errors related to them.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or HR module support team for further assistance.