How To Fix P05FBN236 - Choice (Variant) not Found and Read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P05FBN - Flexible Benefits Notifications NL

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Choice (Variant) not Found and Read

What causes this issue?

You are trying to input a (temporary) choice (variant), but it is not
available in the system.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P05FBN236 - Choice (Variant) not Found and Read ?

  The SAP error message P05FBN236, which states "Choice (Variant) not Found and Read," typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve variant management, such as reporting or data selection processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified variant that is expected to be available for a particular report or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant does not exist in the system. This could be due to deletion or it was never created.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The name of the variant being referenced may be misspelled or incorrectly specified.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was created in a different environment (e.g., development) and not transported to the current environment (e.g., production), it may not be available.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the variant from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant exists by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for reports) and checking the variant list.
  Create or Restore Variant: If the variant is missing, you may need to create it again or restore it from a backup if available.
  Verify Variant Name: Ensure that the name of the variant is correctly spelled and matches what is expected in the transaction.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  Transport Variants: If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been properly transported to the current environment.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or report to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to variant management, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are working with.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.