Message type: E = Error
Message class: RSM2 - Monitor assistant help texts
Message number: 206
Message text: First create or choose a variant before starting the action
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RSM2206
- First create or choose a variant before starting the action ?The SAP error message RSM2206, which states "First create or choose a variant before starting the action," typically occurs in the context of running reports or transactions that require a variant to be specified. Variants in SAP are predefined sets of parameters that allow users to execute reports or transactions with specific settings without having to enter them manually each time.
Cause: The error occurs when: You attempt to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant, but no variant has been created or selected. The system expects a variant to be specified for the action you are trying to perform, but it is missing.
Solution: To resolve this error, you can follow these steps: Create a Variant: Navigate to the report or transaction where you encountered the error. Look for an option to create a variant (usually found in the menu under "Variants" or "Save as Variant"). Enter the required parameters for the report or transaction and save
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