How To Fix HRPAYATLZ468 - Variant &1 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYATLZ - Messages for Payslip Functions

• Message number: 468

• Message text: Variant &1 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYATLZ468 - Variant &1 deleted ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYATLZ468, which states "Variant &1 deleted," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or reporting in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that a specific variant (a saved configuration for a report or program) has been deleted and is no longer available for use.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Variant: The most common cause is that the variant specified in the report or program has been deleted by a user or through a system process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant report or transaction and checking the variants available.
  
  Use transaction code SE38 or SA38 to run the report and check for variants.
  Alternatively, you can check in the variant management screen (transaction code SE93 or SE38 -> Variants).
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant has indeed been deleted, you will need to recreate it. This can be done by:
  
  Running the report or transaction and setting the parameters as needed.
  Saving the configuration as a new variant.
  
  
  
  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 and authorizations.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the variant was included in the transport request. If it was not, you may need to transport it again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version and configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the deletion of the variant.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYATLZ468 error and restore functionality to your payroll processing or reporting tasks.