How To Fix /LSIERP/FSLEA_PCC008 - Create a variant before starting the report in the background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LSIERP/FSLEA_PCC -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Create a variant before starting the report in the background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LSIERP/FSLEA_PCC008 - Create a variant before starting the report in the background ?

  The SAP error message /LSIERP/FSLEA_PCC008 Create a variant before starting the report in the background typically occurs when you attempt to run a report in the background without having defined a variant for that report. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for a report, such as selection criteria, layout, and other parameters, which can be reused for future executions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  No Variant Defined: You are trying to execute a report in the background, but there is no variant created for that report.
  Incorrect Execution Method: The report may require a variant to be specified when running in the background, and if it is not provided, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to create a variant for the report you are trying to run. Here are the steps to create a variant:
  
  Access the Report: Go to the transaction code for the report you want to run.
  Enter Selection Criteria: Fill in the selection criteria as you would like them to be for the report execution.
  Save as Variant:
  
  Click on the "Save" button (usually represented by a disk icon).
  In the dialog that appears, select "Variant" and provide a name for your variant.
  Optionally, you can also provide a description for better identification.
  Set any additional options, such as whether the variant should be user-specific or available to all users.
  
  
  Execute the Report: After saving the variant, you can now run the report in the background by selecting the variant you just created.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to access and run reports directly.
  User Variants: Variants can be user-specific or shared among users. Make sure to choose the appropriate option based on your needs.
  Background Job Management: You can manage background jobs using transaction code SM37 to monitor the status of jobs that have been executed in the background.
  Documentation: Always refer to the specific report documentation or SAP Help for any additional parameters or settings that may be required.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully run your report in the background.