How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP053 - Parameter changes of filter type must be saved as a variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Parameter changes of filter type must be saved as a variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP053 - Parameter changes of filter type must be saved as a variant ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP053 indicates that when you are trying to change parameters of a filter type in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, the system requires that these changes be saved as a variant. This is a common requirement in SAP systems to ensure that users can easily manage and reuse different configurations of filters.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  You are attempting to modify a filter type parameter directly without saving it as a variant.
  The system is designed to prevent direct changes to filter parameters to maintain consistency and allow for easy retrieval of different filter settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to save your changes as a variant. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Access the Filter Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where you are trying to change the filter parameters.
  
  
  
  Modify the Filter Parameters:
  
  Make the necessary changes to the filter parameters as required.
  
  
  
  Save as a Variant:
  
  Look for an option to "Save as Variant" or "Create Variant" in the menu. This is usually found under the "Variant" menu or as a button on the screen.
  Enter a name and description for your variant.
  Save the variant.
  
  
  
  Use the Variant:
  
  Once saved, you can select this variant in the future to apply the same filter settings without needing to re-enter them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Variants in SAP: Variants are used in SAP to save specific settings for reports, transactions, and other configurations. They allow users to quickly apply a set of predefined parameters without having to manually enter them each time.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and save variants in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for more detailed instructions on managing variants in your specific version of SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully save your filter parameter changes as a variant.