How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_BO019 - User variant &1 doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_BO -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: User variant &1 doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_BO019 - User variant &1 doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_BO019 User variant &1 doesn't exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user tries to access a planning book or a report using a variant that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-existent Variant: The specified user variant (identified by &1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The variant was never created.
  The variant was deleted by a user or during a system cleanup.
  The user is trying to access a variant created by another user without the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, even if it exists.
  
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have mistyped the variant name or selected the wrong variant from a list.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., /SAPAPO/RRP1 for the planning book).
  Check if the variant exists by navigating to the variant selection screen and looking for the specified variant.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore the Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you can create a new variant with the same settings.
  If the variant was deleted, check if it can be restored from a backup or if it can be recreated based on previous configurations.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or errors. Ensure that the correct variant name is being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing user variants in APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/RRP1 (for planning books) and /SAPAPO/RRP2 (for detailed planning).
  User Variants: Understand how user variants are created and managed in SAP APO. Variants can be created for various reports and planning books to save specific settings and filters.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.