How To Fix HRFPM116 - Select a detail variant or an individual detail variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM - Messages Budget Planning & Budget Execution

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Select a detail variant or an individual detail variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM116 - Select a detail variant or an individual detail variant ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM116 ("Select a detail variant or an individual detail variant") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when working with the Flexible Personnel Management (FPM) or related applications. This error indicates that the system requires the user to select a specific detail variant or an individual detail variant to proceed with the operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected a detail variant or has not specified an individual detail variant in the selection screen.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of detail variants in the system, leading to the inability to select a valid option.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain detail variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Detail Variant:
  
  Go back to the selection screen where the error occurred.
  Look for the option to select a detail variant. This is usually a dropdown or a list of available variants.
  Choose a valid detail variant from the list.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify a Detail Variant:
  
  If no suitable detail variants are available, you may need to create a new one or modify an existing one.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for detail variants in the HR module and ensure that the necessary variants are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the detail variants.
  If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator to verify your access rights.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using. This may provide additional context on how to select detail variants.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in the HR module that may involve detail variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to HRFPM116 for known issues or patches that may resolve the problem.
  Training: If you are new to the HR module, consider undergoing training or reviewing training materials to better understand how to work with detail variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRFPM116 error and continue with your tasks in SAP.