How To Fix HRTIM_ABS_REQ152 - Variant &1 already exists

HRTIM_ABS_REQ152 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM_ABS_REQ - Messages for Leave Request

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Variant &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ152 - Variant &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ152 with the description "Variant &1 already exists" typically occurs in the context of time management or absence management when you are trying to create a variant (for example, a report variant) that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system is designed to prevent duplicate entries for variants. This means that the variant name you are trying to create is already in use, either by you or another user. Variants are often used to save specific settings for reports or transactions, and each variant must have a unique identifier.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction or report where you are trying to create the variant.
  Look for an option to display or manage existing variants (usually found in the variant management section).
  Search for the variant name (&1) that you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete