How To Fix MN196 - Variable key not found

MN196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Variable key not found

What causes this issue?

No data pertaining to the condition record with
the internal number &V1&. Normally, this error situation can only be
rectified by a correction to the program.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN196 - Variable key not found ?

  The SAP error message MN196, which states "Variable key not found," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis when the system cannot find a specific variable key that is expected in the data or configuration. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when working with reports, queries, or planning functions in SAP.
  Causes of MN196 Error
  
  Missing Variable Definition: The variable key that is being referenced in the report or query may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Variable Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variable key being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variable or the data associated with it.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or InfoProvider being queried may not contain the expected variable.
  Transport Issues: If the variable was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be