How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA354 - Specify a selection variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Specify a selection variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA354 - Specify a selection variant ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA354 Specify a selection variant typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a selection variant, but none has been specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Variant: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected or created a selection variant for the report or transaction they are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the selection variant is not properly set up in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create selection variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify a Selection Variant:
  
  When prompted with the error, look for an option to specify or select a variant. This is usually done in the selection screen of the report or transaction.
  If you have previously created a variant, you can select it from the dropdown list. If not, you may need to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Create a New Selection Variant:
  
  Navigate to the selection screen of the report.
  Enter the required selection criteria.
  Click on the "Save" or "Variant" button (usually represented by a disk icon) to save the current selection as a new variant.
  Provide a name and description for the variant, and save it.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and use selection variants. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific report or transaction you are using for additional guidance on how to work with selection variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to APO, such as /SAPAPO/DP for Demand Planning or /SAPAPO/SNP for Supply Network Planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP APO.