How To Fix MS035 - Screen variant & must be adjusted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MS - SAP customer enhancement project messages

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Screen variant & must be adjusted

What causes this issue?

You are trying to change the column sequence of a table control using a
screen variant. The screen variant contains errors.
Your screen variant contains less columns than the table control. This
can be the case if columns have been added to the table control since
the screen variant was created.

System Response

The column sequence is automatically adjusted by the screen variant at
runtime, but the screen variant itself is not changed.

How to fix this error?

Change the screen variant using "Change with processing", all necessary
changes will be made automatically.
Or choose the "Test" function during screen variant maintenance (SHD0)
and adjust the screen variant(s) manually, if necessary (Function
"Adjust" from the next screen).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MS035 - Screen variant & must be adjusted ?

  The SAP error message "MS035 Screen variant & must be adjusted" typically occurs when there is an issue with the screen variant settings in the SAP system. This error is often related to the configuration of screen variants for transaction codes, particularly in the context of Material Management (MM) or other modules where screen variants are used to customize the user interface.
  Cause:
  
  Screen Variant Not Found: The specified screen variant does not exist or has been deleted.
  Incompatible Changes: Changes in the underlying data structure or fields of the transaction may have rendered the existing screen variant incompatible.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the screen variant.
  Transport Issues: If the screen variant was transported from one system to another, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Screen Variant: Verify that the screen variant specified in the error message exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction and checking the screen variant settings.
  Adjust Screen Variant: If the screen variant exists but is incompatible, you may need to adjust it. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the transaction where the error occurs.
  Selecting the screen variant and modifying it to align with the current data structure.
  
  
  Create a New Screen Variant: If the existing screen variant is not usable, consider creating a new screen variant that meets your requirements.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify screen variants. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects related to the screen variant were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SHD0 (for screen variant maintenance) to manage screen variants.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on managing screen variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to screen variants.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.