How To Fix PP_PRODORD_CNF_ODATA020 - User &1 has no variants assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_PRODORD_CNF_ODATA - PP_PRODORD_CNF_ODATA

• Message number: 020

• Message text: User &1 has no variants assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_PRODORD_CNF_ODATA020 - User &1 has no variants assigned ?

  The SAP error message "PP_PRODORD_CNF_ODATA020 User &1 has no variants assigned" typically occurs in the context of production order confirmation in SAP, particularly when using OData services. This error indicates that the user attempting to perform the action does not have any variants assigned to their user profile for the specific transaction or report.
  Cause:
  
  No Variants Assigned: The user does not have any variants assigned for the transaction or report they are trying to access. Variants are used in SAP to save specific settings for reports or transactions, and if none are assigned, the system cannot proceed.
  User Profile Configuration: The user profile may not be properly configured to include the necessary variants.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the user from accessing the required variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurs (e.g., CO11N for production order confirmation).
  Check if there are any variants available for the user. If not, create a new variant with the necessary settings and assign it to the user.
  To create a variant, you can use the "Save as Variant" option in the transaction and then assign it to the user.
  
  
  
  User Profile Check:
  
  Ensure that the user profile is correctly set up. You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Look for the "Variants" tab and verify if the required variants are assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variants. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  If there are missing authorizations, work with your SAP security team to grant the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific transaction or OData service being used for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO11N (Production Order Confirmation) and SU01 (User Maintenance).
  OData Services: If you are using OData services, ensure that the service is correctly configured and that the user has access to it.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.