How To Fix /OSP/MSG077 - Invalid Variant-Setting Name / User-ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Invalid Variant-Setting Name / User-ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG077 - Invalid Variant-Setting Name / User-ID ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG077 Invalid Variant-Setting Name / User-ID typically occurs when there is an issue with the variant settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a report or transaction that relies on a specific variant that is either incorrectly defined or does not exist.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Variant Name: The variant name specified does not exist or is misspelled.
  User-ID Issues: The user ID associated with the variant may not have the necessary authorizations or may not be correctly set up.
  Missing Variants: The variant may have been deleted or not created for the specific report or transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name is correct and exists in the system. You