How To Fix KV741 - First choose a list variant

KV741 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 741

• Message text: First choose a list variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV741 - First choose a list variant ?

  The SAP error message KV741 ("First choose a list variant") typically occurs in the context of reporting or data analysis within SAP, particularly when using the SAP List Viewer (ALV) or similar reporting tools. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a list variant before proceeding with the report or data display.
  
  Cause:
  
  No List Variant Selected: The user has not selected a list variant, which is necessary for the report to know how to format and display the data.
  Default Settings: The system may not have a default list variant set up for the report you are trying to run.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain list variants.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a List Variant:
  
  When prompted with the error, look for a dropdown or selection box where you can choose a list variant. This is usually found in the selection screen of the report.
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