How To Fix KS284 - Specify a selection variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Specify a selection variant

What causes this issue?

No selection variant was specified. Therefore a selection cannot be
made.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a selection variant.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS284 - Specify a selection variant ?

  The SAP error message KS284, which states "Specify a selection variant," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a selection variant, but none has been specified. This is common in various SAP modules, particularly in controlling (CO) reports.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to run a report that requires a predefined selection variant, but you have not selected one.
  The selection variant is mandatory for the report to execute properly, and the system cannot proceed without it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KS284 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Variant:
  
  When you are on the selection screen of the report, look for a field or button labeled "Variants" or "Selection Variants."
  Click on it to open a list of available variants.
  Choose an appropriate variant that meets your reporting needs.
  
  
  
  Create a New Variant:
  
  If no suitable variant exists, you can create a new one:
  
  On the selection screen, enter the desired selection criteria.
  Click on the "Save" button (often represented by a disk icon).
  You will be prompted to enter a name for the new variant. Provide a name and save it.
  After saving, you can select this new variant to run the report.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the variants. Sometimes, restrictions can prevent you from seeing or using certain variants.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which variant to use, consult the documentation or help resources related to the specific report you are trying to run.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Selection Variants: These are predefined sets of selection criteria that can be saved and reused for reports. They help streamline the reporting process by allowing users to quickly apply commonly used filters.
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to controlling reports, such as KSB1 (Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Order Line Items), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS284 error and successfully run your report in SAP.