How To Fix KB472 - Coding display variant & has been set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Coding display variant & has been set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB472 - Coding display variant & has been set ?

  The SAP error message "KB472 Coding display variant & has been set" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to the display variant settings for coding in a specific transaction or report. This message indicates that a display variant has been applied, which may not be compatible with the current operation or user action.
  
  Cause:
  
  Display Variant Set: A display variant has been set for the coding view, which may restrict or alter the way data is presented or processed.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify or view the display variant.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how display variants are applied or managed.
  Transaction-Specific Settings: Certain transactions may have specific settings that enforce the use of display variants, leading to this error if the variant is not appropriate.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Display Variant: 
  
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