How To Fix KV634 - Selected combination has no variances

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 634

• Message text: Selected combination has no variances

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a line for which there are no variances.
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?

Choose another line.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV634 - Selected combination has no variances ?

  The SAP error message KV634 ("Selected combination has no variances") typically occurs in the context of controlling and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to analyze or report on a specific combination of characteristics (such as product, customer, region, etc.) that does not have any recorded variances.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Data for the Combination: The most common cause of this error is that there are no recorded variances for the specific combination of characteristics you are trying to analyze. This could be due to:
  
  No transactions recorded for that combination.
  The data has not been updated or posted correctly.
  The combination is not relevant for the selected period.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you are using may not match any existing data. This could be due to filters applied in the report or analysis that exclude relevant data.
  
  
  Data Not Yet Processed: If you are running a report shortly after data has been entered, it is possible that the data has not yet been processed or updated in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Entry: Verify that there are transactions recorded for the selected combination of characteristics. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or reports in SAP.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using in your report or analysis are correct. Remove any unnecessary filters that might be excluding relevant data.
  
  
  Update Data: If you suspect that the data has not been processed, you may need to run the relevant update programs or reports to ensure that the data is current.
  
  
  Check Variance Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for variances in your controlling area is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for the relevant characteristics and ensuring that they are included in the variance calculation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the report or transaction you are using. There may be additional settings or configurations that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like KE30 (for CO-PA reports) or KOB1 (for order reports) to analyze the data further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data for the selected combination.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are part of a larger team, consult with colleagues or your SAP support team to see if they have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KV634 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.