How To Fix /ISDFPS/LM_STB_APP207 - Variant &1 for report &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_STB_APP -

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Variant &1 for report &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_STB_APP207 - Variant &1 for report &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_STB_APP207 Variant &1 for report &2 does not exist typically indicates that a specific variant for a report is being referenced, but it cannot be found in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a user tries to execute a report with a specific variant that has either been deleted, never created, or is not accessible due to authorization issues.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The specified variant (&1) for the report (&2) has not been created or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the variant.
  Incorrect Report Name: The report name provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  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 may not exist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code for the report (e.g., SE38 or SA38).
  Enter the report name (&2) and click on the "Variants" button to see if the specified variant (&1) exists.
  
  
  
  Create or Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you can create it by executing the report and saving the desired selection criteria as a new variant.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report and the specific variant. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Verify Report Name:
  
  Double-check the report name for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct report identifier.
  
  
  
  Transport Variants:
  
  If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been transported to the current environment. You may need to check with your Basis team regarding transport requests.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or help resources for further troubleshooting steps specific to the report in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38 or SA38 for executing reports.
  SE93 for checking transaction codes.
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check for relevant authorization objects that might restrict access to the report or its variants.
  SAP Notes: Search for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with the specific report or variant handling.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.