How To Fix HRFPM194 - Filter in variant &1 of object collector is initial; check Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Filter in variant &1 of object collector is initial; check Customizing

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE PAOC_FPM_NA_CAUSE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

System Response

INCLUDE PAOC_FPM_NA_SYSRES OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE PAOC_FPM_NA_SYSADM OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings for the module <LS>Object Collector</>. To do this,
call the Customizing of <ZK>Position Budgeting and Control </> and then
IMG activity <LS>Link Variant with Filter Value</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM194 - Filter in variant &1 of object collector is initial; check Customizing ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM194 indicates that there is an issue with a filter in a variant of the object collector in the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically related to the Personnel Management (PM) functionality. This error typically arises when the filter settings in the variant are not properly configured or are left empty (initial).
  Cause:
  
  Initial Filter Settings: The filter in the specified variant is not set up, meaning it has not been defined or is left blank.
  Customizing Issues: There may be a problem with the customizing settings in the SAP system that governs how the object collector is supposed to function.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the filter settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurs and check the variant settings.
  Ensure that the filter criteria are properly defined and not left empty. You can do this by navigating to the variant management and editing the relevant variant.
  
  
  
  Customizing Settings:
  
  Access the customizing settings for the object collector. This can typically be done through transaction SPRO.
  Navigate to the relevant section for HR and ensure that the object collector settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify the Filter:
  
  If the filter is indeed initial, create a new filter or modify the existing one to include the necessary criteria.
  Save the changes and try executing the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the variant and its filters. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring the object collector and its variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE93 (for variants), SE80 (for object management), and SPRO (for customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to HRFPM194 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRFPM194 error and ensure that the object collector functions as intended.