How To Fix PPEENG161 - Type &1 of variant &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEENG - iPPE Engine Messages

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Type &1 of variant &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEENG161 - Type &1 of variant &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPEENG161 indicates that a specific variant of a planning object (in this case, a variant of type &1 with the name &2) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) or similar planning applications.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The specified variant has not been created or has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Variant Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the variant type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning) and check if the variant exists.
  Use transaction SE38 or SE80 to look for the variant in the relevant program or object.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore the Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction or program.
  If it was deleted, check if it can be restored from a backup or if it can be recreated.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Double-check the spelling and case sensitivity of the variant name being used in the transaction or program.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific planning application you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing variants, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), or specific planning transactions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific planning application you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.