How To Fix HRLDAP004 - The specified variant does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRLDAP - HR LDAP Extraction

• Message number: 004

• Message text: The specified variant does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRLDAP004 - The specified variant does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message HRLDAP004: The specified variant does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is an issue with a variant that is being referenced in a report or a program. Variants in SAP are used to store specific selection criteria for reports, allowing users to quickly run reports with predefined settings.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Variant: The variant that is being referenced in the report or program does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Variant Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name being referenced.
  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 (like development) and not transported correctly to the production environment, it may not exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for reports).
  Check if the variant exists by using the "Variants" button or by navigating to the variant management screen.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, create a new variant with the required selection criteria.
  If the variant exists but is not functioning correctly, consider modifying it to ensure it meets the necessary criteria.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Double-check the name of the variant being referenced in the program or report to ensure there are no typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue is related to a transport, ensure that the variant has been properly transported to the target system. You may need to re-transport the variant if it was missed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific report or program to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) may be useful for checking the underlying data and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or program you are working with.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.