How To Fix /SAPPO/FILTER001 - The variants have been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPO/FILTER -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The variants have been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPO/FILTER001 - The variants have been deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPO/FILTER001 The variants have been deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize variants for reporting or data selection. This error indicates that the variant you are trying to use has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Variants: The most common cause is that the variant you are trying to access has been deleted by a user or through a system process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  System Migration or Upgrade: Variants may be lost during system upgrades or migrations if not properly handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence: 
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Use the "Variants" option to check if the variant is still available.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant: 
  
  If the variant has been deleted, you can recreate it by entering the selection criteria again and saving it as a new variant.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the variant was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: 
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-related issues or logs that might indicate why the variant is not available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for managing variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to variants and the specific transaction you are using.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or application you are working with to understand how variants are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and restore access to the necessary variants.