How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_BO031 - Variant &1&2 does not exist or you do not have access authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_BO -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Variant &1&2 does not exist or you do not have access authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_BO031 - Variant &1&2 does not exist or you do not have access authorization ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_BO031 Variant &1&2 does not exist or you do not have access authorization typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Execution (PP/PE) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific variant or that the user does not have the necessary authorization to access it.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Variant: The variant specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the variant name or the variant being deleted or not created yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to access the variant does not have the required authorization. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Incorrect Configuration: The variant might be configured incorrectly or not assigned to the relevant user group or role.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was recently transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Variant Existence:
  
  Check if the variant exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report where the variant is used and checking the list of available variants.
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the name used.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations to ensure they have access to the variant. This can be done through transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  If necessary, assign the appropriate roles that include access to the required variant.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the authorization settings, consult with your SAP Basis or Security team to review and adjust the user's authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the variant was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the variant was included.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it based on the specifications or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SU53 (Authorization Check) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand how variants are managed and accessed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.