How To Fix PE851 - No variant found for the current user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 851

• Message text: No variant found for the current user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE851 - No variant found for the current user ?

  The SAP error message PE851 "No variant found for the current user" typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific variant, but no variant has been defined for that user. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
  Cause:
  
  No Variant Created: The user has not created a variant for the specific report or transaction they are trying to run.
  User-Specific Variants: Variants can be user-specific, and if the variant was created by another user, it will not be available to the current user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Incorrect User Profile: The user might be logged in with a different profile that does not have the required variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Variant:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or report where the error occurs.
  Enter the required parameters for the report.
  Click on the "Save" button (often represented by a disk icon) to create a variant.
  Provide a name for the variant and ensure it is saved as user-specific if needed.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  Use the transaction code SE38 or SA38 to access the report.
  Click on the "Variants" button to see if any variants exist for the report.
  If variants exist, ensure you are selecting the correct one.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report and its variants.
  Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Use a Different User Profile:
  
  If the user has multiple profiles, ensure they are logged in with the correct one that has the required variants.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific report or transaction for any additional requirements regarding variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38 or SA38 for executing reports.
  SE93 for checking transaction codes and their variants.
  
  
  
  User Variants: Variants can be created as user-specific or shared. User-specific variants are only accessible to the user who created them, while shared variants can be accessed by multiple users.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific report or transaction you are working with.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.