How To Fix RSCRM065 - Variant &1 for query &2 is no longer valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRM - RSCRM: Messages

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Variant &1 for query &2 is no longer valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRM065 - Variant &1 for query &2 is no longer valid ?

  The SAP error message RSCRM065 indicates that a variant for a query is no longer valid. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a query variant has been deleted or modified in a way that makes it unusable.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of the Variant: The variant specified in the error message has been deleted from the system.
  Changes to the Query: The underlying query has been modified (e.g., changes in the structure, key figures, or characteristics) which invalidates the existing variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant or the query.
  Transport Issues: If the query or variant was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the query in the Query Designer or using transaction codes like RSRT (for executing queries) or RSZELT (for managing variants).
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant has been deleted, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by setting the desired parameters in the query and saving them as a new variant.
  Review Query Changes: If the query has been modified, check the changes made and ensure that the variant is compatible with the current version of the query.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the query and its variants. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies between the source and target systems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSRT (Execute Query), RSZELT (Manage Variants), and RSO2 (Manage Queries).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to query variants and error RSCRM065.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on query management and variants for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSCRM065 error and restore functionality to your query variants.