How To Fix /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS016 - Selection variant "&1" for report "&2" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Selection variant "&1" for report "&2" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS016 - Selection variant "&1" for report "&2" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS016 indicates that a selection variant specified for a particular report does not exist in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when users attempt to execute a report that relies on a specific selection variant that has either been deleted, not created, or is not available in the current user context.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Selection Variant: The selection variant specified in the error message has not been created or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant.
  Incorrect Report Name: The report name specified may be incorrect or misspelled.
  User-Specific Variants: The selection variant may be user-specific and not available to the user trying to execute the report.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Variants:
  
  Go to the report in question and check if the selection variant exists. You can do this by navigating to the selection screen of the report and looking for the "Variants" option.
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it again.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify the Selection Variant:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, create a new selection variant with the required parameters.
  If the variant exists but is not accessible, check if it needs to be modified or if it can be shared with other users.
  
  
  
  Verify Report Name:
  
  Double-check the report name in the error message to ensure it is correct. If it is incorrect, use the correct report name.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to execute reports and check for selection variants.
  User-Specific Variants: Variants can be user-specific, so ensure that the user is looking for the correct variant in their context.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully execute the report with the desired selection variant.