How To Fix RSM1215 - Both variants are the same; no further processing necessary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM1 - Messages for AWB, Scheduler and Monitor (new)

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Both variants are the same; no further processing necessary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1215 - Both variants are the same; no further processing necessary ?

  The SAP error message RSM1215, which states "Both variants are the same; no further processing necessary," typically occurs in the context of variant management in SAP, particularly when dealing with report variants or selection variants for programs. This message indicates that the system has detected that the two variants being compared or processed are identical, and therefore, no further action is required.
  Cause:
  
  Identical Variants: The most common cause of this error is that the two variants you are trying to compare or use are exactly the same in terms of their selection criteria and settings.
  Incorrect Variant Selection: It may also occur if the user inadvertently selects the same variant for both the "from" and "to" parameters in a report or transaction that requires a comparison of two different variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variants: Review the variants you are using to ensure they are indeed different. You can do this by going into the variant management screen and comparing the selection criteria of both variants.
  Create a New Variant: If you need to perform a comparison or a specific operation, create a new variant with different selection criteria instead of using the same one.
  Modify Existing Variants: If you find that the variants are identical and you need them to be different, modify one of the variants to include different selection parameters.
  Use Different Names: Ensure that the variants have distinct names to avoid confusion in future operations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can manage variants using transaction codes like SE38 (for executing programs) or SE93 (for managing variants).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on variant management and how to create and modify variants.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training for users on how to effectively manage and utilize variants in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM1215 error and continue with your processing in SAP.