How To Fix /OSP/MSG066 - Unknown variant error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Unknown variant error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG066 - Unknown variant error ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG066 Unknown variant typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report or transaction that references a variant that does not exist or is not accessible in the current context. Variants in SAP are used to store specific selection criteria for reports, allowing users to quickly execute them with predefined parameters.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Incorrect Naming: The variant name may have been misspelled or incorrectly referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was created in a different environment (e.g., development) and not transported correctly to the current environment (e.g., production), it may not be available.
  User-Specific Variants: The variant may be user-specific and not available to other users or in other user sessions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant report and checking the available variants.
  Create or Modify Variant: If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it or modify an existing one to meet your needs.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Transport Variants: If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been properly transported to the current environment.
  User-Specific Variants: If the variant is user-specific, ensure that you are logged in as the correct user or create a new variant that is not user-specific.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to check and manage variants.
  Variant Management: In many reports, you can access variant management by clicking on the "Variants" button or using the menu options to view and manage existing variants.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific reports to understand how variants are used and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.