How To Fix PPE8110 - Variant &1 at node &2 &3 is not valid for class &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE8 - Messages From Explosion in iPPE

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Variant &1 at node &2 &3 is not valid for class &3

What causes this issue?

Variant &V1& at node &V2& &V3& has not been considered in the
explosion.
It does not have a valid class differentiation record for class &3,
where the iPPE structure was exploded.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Maintain data in the class differentiation record of the variant for
class &V3&. Take note of the Customizing setting regarding class
differentiation in iPPE.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE8110 - Variant &1 at node &2 &3 is not valid for class &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPE8110 indicates that a variant specified for a particular node in a configuration is not valid for the class associated with that node. This error typically occurs in the context of Product Configuration in SAP, particularly when working with configurable materials.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Variant: The variant specified does not exist or is not valid for the configuration class.
  Class Assignment: The class assigned to the node may not have the specified variant defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration data, such as missing characteristics or values that do not match the expected input for the class.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant or class.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify that the variant specified in the error message exists in the system and is correctly defined for the class associated with the node.
  Review Class Assignment: Ensure that the class assigned to the node is correct and that it includes the necessary characteristics and variants.
  Validate Configuration Data: Check the configuration data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Make sure that all required characteristics are filled out correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant and class. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is missing or corrupted, consider recreating it in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling configuration errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) to analyze and troubleshoot the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error is being triggered.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PPE8110 error and implement a solution to resolve it.