How To Fix /OSP/MSG071 - Data for variant creation is missing

/OSP/MSG071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Data for variant creation is missing

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/OSP/MSG071 - Details

• The SAP error message /OSP/MSG071 Data for variant creation is missing typically occurs when there is an attempt to create a variant for a report or transaction, but the necessary data or parameters required for the variant are not provided or are incomplete. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using the SAP reporting tools or transaction variants.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Input Fields: Required fields for the variant creation are not filled in.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to allow variant creation for the specific report or transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify variants.
  Technical Issues: There may be a bug or issue in the SAP system that is preventing the variant from being created.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly when attempting to create the variant. Review the input parameters and make sure nothing is