How To Fix PLM_FOX_OBJ028 - No administrative data exists for variant function '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FOX_OBJ - Message from development class PLM_FOX_OBJ

• Message number: 028

• Message text: No administrative data exists for variant function '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FOX_OBJ028 - No administrative data exists for variant function '&1' ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FOX_OBJ028 indicates that there is no administrative data available for the specified variant function. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) when working with variant configuration or when trying to access specific functions related to product variants.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the administrative data for the specified variant function has not been created or is incomplete. This could happen if the variant function was not properly set up in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the variant function itself, such as incorrect settings or missing links to the necessary master data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the administrative data for the variant function.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Function Setup:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code CU50 for variant configuration) and verify that the variant function is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all necessary administrative data has been created for the variant function.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Data:
  
  If the administrative data is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This may involve defining characteristics, classes, and other related data that the variant function requires.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the variant function to ensure that they are correct and complete. This includes verifying that all dependencies and links to other objects are properly established.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the variant function and its associated data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up and managing variant functions in PLM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU50 (for variant configuration) and CUNI (for managing characteristics).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PLM and variant functions for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training resources or documentation on SAP PLM and variant configuration to better understand the setup and management of variant functions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.