How To Fix MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR043 - Variant &1 cannot be saved without any selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR - Messages for Package MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Variant &1 cannot be saved without any selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR043 - Variant &1 cannot be saved without any selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR043 indicates that a variant (a saved set of parameters for a report or transaction) cannot be saved because it lacks selection criteria. This typically occurs when you attempt to save a variant for a report or transaction that requires specific input parameters, but none have been provided.
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Criteria Provided: The variant you are trying to save does not have any selection criteria defined. This means that the system does not know what data to retrieve or process when the variant is executed.
  Mandatory Fields: There may be mandatory fields in the report or transaction that need to be filled out before a variant can be saved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you provide the necessary selection criteria before attempting to save the variant. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  Open the Report/Transaction: Navigate to the report or transaction where you are trying to save the variant.
  Enter Selection Criteria: Fill in the required fields with appropriate values. Make sure to include any mandatory fields that are necessary for the report to function correctly.
  Save the Variant:
  
  After entering the selection criteria, go to the menu and select the option to save the variant (usually found under "Save as Variant" or similar).
  Provide a name and description for the variant, and ensure that the selection criteria are included.
  
  
  Test the Variant: After saving, you can test the variant to ensure it retrieves the expected data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation for the transaction or report you are working with to understand the required selection criteria.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and save variants in the system.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working with specific transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs), make sure you are familiar with the parameters required for those transactions.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a colleague who has experience with the specific report or transaction.