How To Fix PLM_DMS003 - There is no variant with the prefix 'KM' in the language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_DMS - Messages for PI Web Document Management

• Message number: 003

• Message text: There is no variant with the prefix 'KM' in the language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_DMS003 - There is no variant with the prefix 'KM' in the language &1 ?

  The SAP error message PLM_DMS003 indicates that the system is unable to find a variant with the specified prefix (in this case, 'KM') in the specified language. This error typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) functionalities within SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variants: The most common cause of this error is that the required variant with the prefix 'KM' does not exist in the system for the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system configuration may not match the language in which the variant is expected.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the DMS or PLM settings that prevent the system from recognizing the variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction code where the variant is expected (e.g., transaction for DMS).
  Check if the variant with the prefix 'KM' exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in SAP and looking for the variant management options.
  
  
  
  Create the Missing Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the variant management functionality in the relevant transaction.
  Ensure that you create the variant in the correct language.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the language is set correctly.
  If necessary, change the language settings to match the language in which the variant is defined.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to DMS and PLM for any specific instructions or guidelines regarding variant management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document) for DMS.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to PLM and DMS that might address known issues or provide patches.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on managing variants in SAP DMS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message PLM_DMS003 and ensure that the required variants are available in the system.