How To Fix KW717 - No suitable variant exists. Create a new one.

KW717 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 717

• Message text: No suitable variant exists. Create a new one.

What causes this issue?

The chosen LIS-key figure has no existing variant.

System Response

None of the chosen variants can be shown.

How to fix this error?

Please create a variant.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW717 - No suitable variant exists. Create a new one. ?

  The SAP error message KW717 "No suitable variant exists. Create a new one." typically occurs in the context of SAP's variant configuration (VC) or when dealing with configurable materials. This error indicates that the system cannot find a suitable variant for the configuration you are trying to create or use.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specific configuration variant that matches the criteria you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration Settings: The settings or parameters you are using to create or select the variant may not match any existing variants.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the configurable material.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create variants.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a New Variant:
  
  Navigate to the variant configuration screen.
  Enter the required parameters and characteristics for the new variant.
  Save the new variant to ensure it is available for future