How To Fix /PM0/3FW_MESSAGES193 - Only select one customer variant as active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FW_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Only select one customer variant as active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FW_MESSAGES193 - Only select one customer variant as active ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FW_MESSAGES193 indicates that there is an issue with the selection of customer variants in a specific context, likely related to the configuration of a project or a process in SAP. The message suggests that only one customer variant can be active at a time.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Multiple customer variants are marked as active in the system, which is not allowed.
  There may be a configuration or setup issue where the system is trying to activate more than one variant simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Variants:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where customer variants are managed.
  Identify all the active customer variants and see if more than one is set to active.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Unnecessary Variants:
  
  If you find multiple variants active, deactivate the ones that are not needed.
  Ensure that only the required customer variant is set to active.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings to ensure that the system is set up to allow only one active variant.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to review the configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for more detailed guidance on managing customer variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that only one customer variant is active in your SAP system.