How To Fix /PLMB/BA_NAV029 - Relation data for view variant &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_NAV -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Relation data for view variant &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_NAV029 - Relation data for view variant &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_NAV029 Relation data for view variant &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when the system is unable to find the specified view variant in the database. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing View Variant: The specified view variant does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted or never created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the view variant.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the PLM module that is preventing the view variant from being recognized.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the database that are causing the system to fail to retrieve the view variant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check View Variant Existence:
  
  Verify if the view variant specified in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or customizing settings where view variants are defined.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore View Variant:
  
  If the view variant does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the view variant. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the PLM module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing customizing settings related to view variants.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistency, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the view variants and their definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.