How To Fix ILM_STOR_CS046 - Variant '&1' does not exist yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_CS - ILM DB Store: Certification Suite Messages

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Variant '&1' does not exist yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS046 - Variant '&1' does not exist yet ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS046 indicates that a specific variant (in this case, identified by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when trying to access or utilize a variant that has not been defined or created in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified in the error message has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the variant name when it is being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was created in a different system (e.g., development) and not transported to the current system (e.g., production), it will not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or report where the variant is used and check if the variant exists.
  Use transaction SE38 or SA38 to run the report and check for variants.
  
  
  
  Create the Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction. For example, if you are working with a report, you can create a variant by executing the report and saving the variant with the desired parameters.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Ensure that the name of the variant is correctly spelled and matches what is being referenced in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Transport the Variant:
  
  If the variant was created in another system, ensure that it is properly transported to the current system. This may involve using the transport management system (TMS) to move the variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and variants for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), and ILM related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to ILM and variants that may address this issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ILM_STOR_CS046 error and ensure that the required variant is available for use.