How To Fix OQ_C069 - Material (Field MATNR) not defined in list variant &1 as column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_C - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Fuels

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Material (Field MATNR) not defined in list variant &1 as column

What causes this issue?

Reports are designed to have a list variant with exactly one column
value, which is the material number. List variant &V1&, Condition type
&V2& has one entry for the column, but it is not the material number
(field name MATNR)

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?

Use a list variant for reports having exactly one entry defined, which
is the material number (field name MATNR).
If a list variant like that doesn't exist, create one in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_C069 - Material (Field MATNR) not defined in list variant &1 as column ?

  The SAP error message OQ_C069 indicates that there is an issue with a material (identified by the field MATNR) not being defined in a list variant that is being used in a report or transaction. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific list variant, but the material field is not included in that variant.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field in List Variant: The list variant you are using does not include the MATNR field, which is necessary for the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect List Variant: You may be using the wrong list variant that does not correspond to the data you are trying to view or analyze.
  User Authorization: Sometimes, user authorizations can restrict access to certain fields or variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check List Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction or report where the error occurred.
  Check the list variant settings to ensure that the MATNR field is included.
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the list variant to include the MATNR field.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify List Variant:
  
  If you need to create a new list variant, you can do so by navigating to the variant management options (usually accessible via a button or menu option in the report).
  Add the MATNR field to the new or existing variant and save it.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Variant:
  
  If there are multiple variants available, try selecting a different one that includes the MATNR field.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to modify list variants, consult with your SAP administrator or someone with the appropriate access rights to make the changes.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the fields and variants required for the report.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME2N (Purchase Orders by Material), ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor), or others that involve material lists.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on list variants and how to manage them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OQ_C069 error and successfully execute the report or transaction you are working with.