How To Fix KQ210 - No variance variant exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 210

• Message text: No variance variant exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ210 - No variance variant exists ?

  The SAP error message KQ210 "No variance variant exists" typically occurs in the context of variance calculation in SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a variance variant, but none has been defined for the specified parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variance Variant: The most common cause of this error is that a variance variant has not been created or assigned for the controlling area, cost center, or other relevant parameters.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for variance calculation may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate variance variant.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variance variant, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Variance Variant:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Variance Calculation -> Define Variance Variants.
  Create a new variance variant or modify an existing one to ensure it meets the requirements for your reporting or transaction.
  
  
  
  Assign the Variance Variant:
  
  Ensure that the created variance variant is assigned to the relevant controlling area or cost center.
  Check the settings in the controlling area configuration to ensure that the variance variant is linked correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for variance calculation in the system to ensure that all necessary parameters are set up correctly.
  Make sure that the controlling area and other relevant settings are properly configured to use the variance variant.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variance variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OKTZ (for variance variants) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on variance calculation and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KQ210 error and successfully execute the required transactions or reports in SAP.