Message type: E = Error
Message class:  HRPAYTR02 -  
Message number: 270
Message text: Enter a variant
Via the field <DS:DE.ADMI_VARI_>variants</> you give notice to the
program about which data should be processed.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Give an existing variant or create a new variant by carrying out the
'maintain' function.
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The SAP error message HRPAYTR02270, which states "Enter a variant," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or reporting in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that a required variant for a report or program has not been specified.
Cause: Missing Variant: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not specified a variant for the payroll report or transaction they are trying to execute. Variants are used in SAP to save specific selection criteria for reports, making it easier to run them with predefined settings. Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the payroll process or the report itself, leading to the requirement for a variant that is not being met. User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variants or reports.
Solution: Specify a Variant: When prompted with the error, check if there is an option
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