How To Fix KQ204 - Enter a variance variant

KQ204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Enter a variance variant

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KQ204 - Details

• The SAP error message KQ204, which states "Enter a variance variant," typically occurs in the context of variance calculation in SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or product costing. This error indicates that the system requires a variance variant to be specified for the calculation of variances.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A user attempts to execute a variance report or transaction that requires a variance variant, but none has been specified.
  The configuration for variance variants is incomplete or missing in the system.
  The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variance variants.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KQ204 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify a Variance Variant:
  
  When prompted for a variance variant, enter a valid variance variant code. This can usually be found in the configuration settings or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the variance variants are properly configured in the system. This