How To Fix JO017 - This variant cannot be used


JO017 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: JO - Project Information System: All Overviews

  • Message number: 017

  • Message text: This variant cannot be used

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  • What causes this issue?

    This variant cannot be used because it has filter criteria for a
    different object.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

    How to fix this error?

    Enter a different variant.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JO017 - This variant cannot be used ?
    The SAP error message JO017, which states "This variant cannot be used," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction using a variant that is either not available, not authorized, or has been deleted or modified in a way that makes it unusable.
    Causes:
    
    Variant Deletion: The variant you are trying to use may have been deleted by another user or during a system cleanup.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
    Incorrect Variant Name: The variant name may have been entered incorrectly or may not exist in the system.
    Changes to the Report: The underlying report or transaction may have been changed, making the existing variant incompatible.
    Client-Specific Variants: The variant may be client-specific, and you are trying to access it from a different client.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check Variant Existence: Verify that the variant exists by navigating to the relevant report or transaction and checking the list

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