How To Fix /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS017 - No selection variants defined for report "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No selection variants defined for report "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS017 - No selection variants defined for report "&1" ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS017 No selection variants defined for report "&1" indicates that there are no selection variants available for the specified report in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when trying to execute a report that relies on predefined selection criteria.
  Cause:
  
  No Variants Created: The most common cause is that no selection variants have been created for the specified report. Selection variants are used to save specific selection criteria for reports, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the selection variants for the report.
  Report Configuration: The report may not be properly configured to allow for selection variants, or it may be a custom report that does not support this feature.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Selection Variants:
  
  Navigate to the report in question.
  Execute the report without any selection criteria.
  Once the report screen is displayed, enter the desired selection criteria.
  Click on the "Save" button (often represented by a disk icon) to create a new selection variant.
  Provide a name and description for the variant and save it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and create selection variants. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the report is a standard SAP report, refer to the SAP documentation or help files for guidance on how to create selection variants for that specific report.
  If it is a custom report, consult with the developer or the team responsible for the report to understand its configuration.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Execution Methods:
  
  If creating a selection variant is not possible, consider executing the report with manual input of selection criteria each time.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to execute reports directly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address issues related to selection variants for specific reports.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to create and manage selection variants effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.