How To Fix MCH01005 - Variant & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCH01 - Messages for Mass Changes

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Variant & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCH01005 - Variant & deleted ?

  The SAP error message MCH01005 ("Variant & deleted") typically occurs when a user tries to access a variant that has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of the Variant: The most common cause is that the variant has been deleted by a user or through a system process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The user may have entered an incorrect name for the variant, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction and checking the list of available variants.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant has been deleted, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by setting the parameters again and saving them as a new variant.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue is related to transport or system configuration, consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the variant is correctly transported and available in the target system.
  Use Transaction SE38 or SA38: If you are trying to access a report variant, you can use transaction codes SE38 or SA38 to check the variants associated with a specific report.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), and variants can be managed through these transactions.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure the user has access to the required variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to variants and error messages.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.