How To Fix MEQ006 - Error implementing selection (chosen variant not found)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEQ - Message Class for ABAP QUERY (ME)

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Error implementing selection (chosen variant not found)

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred during document selection because the chosen
selection variant does not exist in the system.

System Response

The system has terminated the operation.

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEQ006 - Error implementing selection (chosen variant not found) ?

  The SAP error message MEQ006 ("Error implementing selection (chosen variant not found)") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with the selection of variants in reports or transactions. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified variant that the user is trying to use.
  Causes:
  
  Variant Deletion: The variant that the user is trying to access may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Incorrect User Profile: The variant may be assigned to a different user profile or user group that does not include the current user.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been transported correctly.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in system configuration or updates may have affected the availability of the variant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant exists by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code SE38 for reports) and checking the list of available variants.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by going to the transaction where the variant is used and creating a new variant with the same settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in transaction SU01 or SU53.
  User Profile Assignment: Confirm that the variant is assigned to the correct user profile or user group. You may need to adjust the assignment if necessary.
  Transport Check: If the variant was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully moved to the target system.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or configuration changes that may have affected the variant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), and SU01 (User Maintenance) for managing variants and user authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the MEQ006 error. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions specific to your version of SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are working with to understand how variants are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MEQ006 error and implement a suitable solution.