How To Fix PPE8116 - Configuration is missing for the selection of variants at node &1 &2


PPE8116 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PPE8 - Messages From Explosion in iPPE

  • Message number: 116

  • Message text: Configuration is missing for the selection of variants at node &1 &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    A variant configuration is required in order to select the valid
    variants for node &V1& &V2& in accordance with the object dependencies.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Possibilities:
    1. Side access.
    If you wish to use variants from the iPPE product structure for side
    access, you must make the configuration available at these variants. Or
    add the variant configuration to the material master.
    2. Operational uses (Such as material requirements planning)
    Assign values to the configuration for the current sales order.
    3. Configuration simulation in transaction PPE
    Assign values to the configuration for the simulation.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE8116 - Configuration is missing for the selection of variants at node &1 &2 ?
    The SAP error message PPE8116, which states "Configuration is missing for the selection of variants at node &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary configuration settings for the specified node in the variant configuration model.
    
    Cause: Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the configuration for the specified node (identified by &1 and &2) is not defined in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration settings or missing dependencies. Incorrect Node Reference: The node referenced may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the configuration model. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration data, such as missing characteristics or values that are not properly assigned. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration data.
    Solution: Check Configuration Settings: Go to the configuration model in the SAP system

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