How To Fix MS406 - Variant & was saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MS - SAP customer enhancement project messages

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Variant & was saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MS406 - Variant & was saved ?

  The SAP error message MS406 ("Variant & was saved") typically indicates that a variant (a saved set of parameters for a report or transaction) has been successfully saved in the system. This message is not an error in the traditional sense but rather an informational message confirming that the variant has been created or updated.
  Cause:
  
  The message appears when a user saves a variant for a report or transaction in SAP. This can happen in various modules, such as SAP MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), or FI (Financial Accounting), among others.
  The message confirms that the variant has been saved successfully, which means that the parameters you specified (like selection criteria, layout, etc.) are now stored for future use.
  
  Solution:
  
  If you see this message, there is typically no action required, as it indicates success. You can proceed to use the variant you just saved.
  If you intended to save a variant but did not see this message, ensure that you followed the correct steps to save the variant. This usually involves:
  
  Entering the desired selection criteria in the report or transaction.
  Clicking on the "Save" button or using the appropriate menu option to save the variant.
  Providing a name for the variant and confirming the save action.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Variants in SAP are useful for streamlining repetitive tasks, allowing users to quickly run reports or transactions with predefined settings.
  Users can manage their variants through the "Variants" option in the respective transaction or report.
  Variants can be shared with other users or made public, depending on the settings and permissions in your SAP environment.
  If you encounter issues with variants not saving or not appearing, check user authorizations and system settings, as these can affect variant management.
  
  If you have a specific scenario or additional context regarding the error message, please provide that for more tailored assistance!