How To Fix KY140 - No variables exist

KY140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 140

• Message text: No variables exist

What causes this issue?

You can save variables when you define the form or in the report
definition on the screen 'Limit characteristic selection'. No such
variables are, however, available.
You have either tried to get the variable entry on the screen or to
sort the variables. As no variables are available this function is
impossible.
If you have created variables in the form and this message appears
anyway, you should note the variable type. For the output of this
message is whther variables which require user entry are available. It
os entirely possible that you use variables in the form which are
automatically filled by the system.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY140 - No variables exist ?

  The SAP error message KY140 ("No variables exist") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires the use of variables, but no variables have been defined or available for selection.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Variables Defined: The most common cause is that there are no variables defined for the report or selection screen you are trying to access.
  Incorrect Report/Transaction: You may be using a report or transaction that does not support the variables you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the variables.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the controlling area or the specific report settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Variables: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., KOB1, KSB1) and check if you can define or create the necessary variables.
  If you are using a custom report, ensure that the report has