How To Fix OIJ_TSW_05095 - Variant &1 already exists; choose a different name

OIJ_TSW_05095 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_TSW_05 -

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Variant &1 already exists; choose a different name

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OIJ_TSW_05095 - Details

• The SAP error message OIJ_TSW_05095 indicates that you are trying to create a variant (such as a report variant, selection variant, or similar) with a name that already exists in the system. This is a common issue when working with variants in SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ).
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  You are attempting to create a new variant with a name that is already in use.
  Variants must have unique names within the same context or application area.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  Before creating a new variant, check the list of existing variants to see if the name you want to use is already taken.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report where you create variants and looking for an option to display or manage existing variants.
  
  
  
  Choose a Different Name:
  
  If the name is already in use, select