How To Fix HRPYO_SCH103 - Variant for cycle &1, step &2 does not exist; check variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPYO_SCH - Payroll Scheduler Messages

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Variant for cycle &1, step &2 does not exist; check variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPYO_SCH103 - Variant for cycle &1, step &2 does not exist; check variant ?

  The SAP error message HRPYO_SCH103 indicates that a specific variant for a cycle and step in a scheduling or planning process does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Human Resources (HR) or SAP SuccessFactors when dealing with personnel planning, organizational management, or similar functionalities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant for the given cycle and step has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning or scheduling process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the required variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the variant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to the scheduling or planning process (e.g., PVS0, PVS1, etc.).
  Verify if the variant for the specified cycle