How To Fix HRPAYDEAVMG004 - Display variant &1 not found. Use the F4 Help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEAVMG - German Pension Reform

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Display variant &1 not found. Use the F4 Help

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG004 - Display variant &1 not found. Use the F4 Help ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG004 indicates that a display variant specified in the system is not found. This typically occurs in the context of payroll or HR reporting where a specific display variant is expected to be available for viewing or processing data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Display Variant: The specified display variant (identified by &1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted, not created, or incorrectly referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the display variant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the variant not being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for the Display Variant:
  
  Use the F4 help (press F4 on the field where the variant is expected) to see if the display variant exists. If it does not appear, it may need to be created or restored.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore the Display Variant:
  
  If the display variant is missing, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like SE93 for variants).
  If it was deleted, check if it can be restored from a backup or if it can be recreated based on previous configurations.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the display variant. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure how to create or restore the display variant, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE93 (for display variants) or SE80 (for development objects).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials specific to your organization’s SAP HR module for guidance on managing display variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HRPAYDEAVMG004 and ensure that the necessary display variants are available for use.