How To Fix MSR_REPLACEMENT206 - User settings: Loading worklist variant "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR_REPLACEMENT - Messages for Transactions MSR_VRM and MSR_RM_LFU

• Message number: 206

• Message text: User settings: Loading worklist variant "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR_REPLACEMENT206 - User settings: Loading worklist variant "&1" ?

  The SAP error message MSR_REPLACEMENT206 typically indicates an issue with loading a worklist variant in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, including issues with user settings, missing authorizations, or problems with the variant itself.
  Cause
  
  Missing or Incorrect Variant: The specified worklist variant may not exist or may have been deleted or modified incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  User Settings: There may be issues with the user settings or profile that prevent the loading of the worklist variant.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues in the SAP system, such as database inconsistencies or system configuration problems.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Verify that the worklist variant specified in the error message actually exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction and checking the available variants.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the worklist variant. This may involve checking roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Reset User Settings:
  
  If the user settings are corrupted, consider resetting them. This can often be done by deleting or adjusting the user profile settings related to the worklist.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate it. This can be done through the relevant transaction where the variant is used.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the problem persists, check for any system issues or inconsistencies. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis team to look for any underlying technical problems.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage variants (e.g., SE93 for transaction variants).
  User Profile Management: You can manage user profiles and settings through transaction SU01.
  Authorization Management: Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to loading the worklist variant in SAP.