How To Fix RS_SMA_DAP134 - Cannot create a variant for selection of &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA_DAP -

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Cannot create a variant for selection of &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP134 - Cannot create a variant for selection of &1 ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP134 indicates that there is an issue with creating a variant for a selection in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when trying to create a variant for a report or query.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a variant for the specified selection.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria provided may not be valid or may not match the expected format.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the SAP system, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to allow the creation of variants for the specific report or query.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create variants. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Verify that the selection criteria being used are correct and conform to the expected format. Make sure that all required fields are filled out properly.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Look for any system messages or logs that might indicate a technical issue. You can check transaction SM21 (System Log) for any relevant error messages.
  If there are database issues, you may need to involve your Basis team to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific report or query to ensure that you are following the correct procedure for creating a variant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), and RSRT (Query Monitor) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message RS_SMA_DAP134 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes 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.