How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP01705 - Filter variant &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP01 -

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Filter variant &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP01705 - Filter variant &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP01705 Filter variant &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access a filter variant that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Filter Variant: The filter variant specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the variant name or the variant being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the filter variant.
  Transport Issues: If the filter variant was created in a different system (e.g., development) and not transported correctly to the current system (e.g., production), it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Filter Variant Name: Verify that the filter variant name you are using is correct. Look for any typos or incorrect characters.
  Create or Restore the Filter Variant:
  
  If the filter variant does not exist, you may need to create it again. This can typically be done in the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/RSDF for demand planning).
  If it was deleted, check if it can be restored from a backup or if it can be recreated based on previous configurations.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the filter variant. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Transport Check: If the filter variant was created in another system, ensure that it has been properly transported to the current system. You may need to check the transport logs or consult with your Basis team.
  Use Standard Variants: If applicable, consider using standard filter variants provided by SAP, which may serve your needs without requiring custom variants.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing filter variants, such as /SAPAPO/RSDF for demand planning or /SAPAPO/RSV1 for viewing and managing filter variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for APO to understand how filter variants are created and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.