How To Fix S7066 - Variant &1 &2 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S7 - Runtime Analysis: Message Texts

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Variant &1 &2 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S7066 - Variant &1 &2 deleted ?

  The SAP error message S7066 "Variant &1 &2 deleted" typically indicates that a report variant (a saved set of parameters for a report) has been deleted. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Manual Deletion: A user with the appropriate permissions may have manually deleted the variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was part of a transport request that was not properly imported, it could lead to the variant being unavailable.
  Authorization Issues: If a user does not have the necessary authorizations to access a variant, it may appear as if it has been deleted.
  System Cleanup: Some system maintenance tasks or cleanup jobs may remove unused or old variants.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant was deleted, you can recreate it by going to the report and setting the parameters again, then saving it as a new variant.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  Transport Request Review: If the variant was part of a transport, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported correctly. If not, you may need to re-import the transport.
  System Logs: Review system logs or change logs to see if there is any information about the deletion of the variant. This can help identify if it was deleted manually or by a system process.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-level issues or configurations that might be affecting variant availability.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to access and manage report variants.
  User Roles: Check the user roles assigned to the user experiencing the issue to ensure they have the necessary permissions to create and access variants.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to variants and their management.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.