How To Fix K9042 - No variables exist in layout & for presetting the parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K9 - CO Planning Processor

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No variables exist in layout & for presetting the parameters

What causes this issue?

You wish to carry out pre-parameterization for planning layout &V1&
from Profile Maintainance.
However, the layout contains no variables. A pre-parameterization is
not possible, but neither is it necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K9042 - No variables exist in layout & for presetting the parameters ?

  The SAP error message K9042 ("No variables exist in layout & for presetting the parameters") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or analysis that requires certain variables to be defined in the layout, but none are available.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variables: The layout you are trying to use does not have any variables defined. Variables are essential for filtering or customizing the report output.
  Incorrect Layout: The layout you are using may not be the correct one for the report you are trying to execute.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the variables in the layout.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue with the report or the underlying data model that prevents the variables from being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Layout Configuration:
  
  Go to the layout settings for the report you are trying to run.
  Ensure that the necessary