How To Fix /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS006 - Variant "&1" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Variant "&1" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS006 - Variant "&1" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS006 Variant "&1" does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) or SAP Logistics. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a variant (a predefined set of parameters or configurations) that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The specified variant (indicated by &1) has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Variant Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was created in a different system (e.g., development) and not transported to the current system (e.g., production), it may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or configuration area where the variant is supposed to exist.
  Verify if the variant with the specified name is present.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore the Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it again.
  If it was deleted accidentally, check if it can be restored from a backup or transport request.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the variant name being used in the transaction or program.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Transport the Variant:
  
  If the variant exists in another system, ensure that it is properly transported to the current system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the variant in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage variants, such as SE38 (for ABAP programs) or SE80 (for object navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.