How To Fix KB136 - The variant does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 136

• Message text: The variant does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB136 - The variant does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "KB136 The variant does not exist" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that relies on a variant that has not been defined or has been deleted. Variants in SAP are used to store specific selection criteria for reports, making it easier for users to run them with predefined settings.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The user may have mistyped the name of the variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Deleted Variants: The variant may have been deleted by another user or during a system cleanup.
  Client-Specific Variants: Variants can be client-specific, and the user may be trying to access a variant that exists in another client.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  Create a New Variant: If the variant does not exist, create a new one with the required selection criteria.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Use Transaction SE38 or SA38: Go to the transaction SE38 or SA38, enter the report name, and check if the variant is available under the "Variants" option.
  Consult with Colleagues: If the variant was deleted, check with colleagues or the person responsible for maintaining variants to see if it can be restored or recreated.
  Check Client Settings: Ensure that you are in the correct client where the variant is supposed to exist.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), and SE93 (Transaction Codes) can be useful for managing and checking variants.
  User Authorizations: Use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues if you suspect that the problem is related to user permissions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing variants and reports.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.