How To Fix RSPC023 - Variant & is not persistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Variant & is not persistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC023 - Variant & is not persistent ?

  The SAP error message RSPC023 indicates that a variant is not persistent. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Chain (transaction RSPC) when you are trying to use a variant that has not been saved or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Persistent Variant: The variant you are trying to use has not been saved as a persistent variant. In SAP, variants can be temporary (non-persistent) or persistent. Non-persistent variants are not stored in the database and will not be available after the session ends.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create persistent variants.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that prevent the creation or saving of persistent variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Persistent Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction where you want to create the variant (e.g., RSPC for Process Chains).
  Create the variant and ensure you save it as a persistent variant. This usually involves selecting the option to save the variant and providing a name for it.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage variants. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Review System Settings:
  
  Check if there are any system settings or configurations that might be affecting the ability to create persistent variants. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or system administrator.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Variants:
  
  If applicable, consider using standard variants that are already available in the system instead of creating new ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on managing variants in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSPC (Process Chain), SE38 (ABAP Program), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPC023 error and successfully create or use a persistent variant in your SAP environment.