How To Fix KW062 - List variant &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 062

• Message text: List variant &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You entered list version &v1& for collective processing of business
processes. However, this variant does not exist in the system.

System Response

No further processing is carried out.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry or create a corresponding list version in master data
Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW062 - List variant &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KW062, which states "List variant &1 does not exist," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a report or transaction that references a list variant that has not been defined or has been deleted. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent List Variant: The specified list variant (identified by &1) has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The user may have entered an incorrect name for the list variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the list variant.
  Transport Issues: If the list variant was created in a different environment (e.g., development) and not transported to the current environment (e.g., production), it may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check List Variant:
  
  Verify the name of the list variant you are trying to access. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  You can check for existing variants in the relevant transaction by navigating to the variant management screen (usually accessible via the "Variants" button or by using transaction codes like SE38 or SA38).
  
  
  
  Create or Restore the List Variant:
  
  If the list variant does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the report or transaction where the variant is used.
  If the variant was deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the list variant. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the list variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been transported to the current environment. You may need to work with your SAP Basis team to check transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects have been moved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report you are using to understand how to manage list variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to list variants include SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), and variants can often be managed through the "Variants" button in the report execution screen.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KW062 error and successfully access the desired report or transaction.