How To Fix SCI054 - The check variant does not exist (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCI - Code Inspector

• Message number: 054

• Message text: The check variant does not exist (see long text)

What causes this issue?

This check variant does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you are searching for a global check variant: Possibly there are
global check variants (for example, 'DEFAULT') in the system, but they
have not yet been imported into the Code Inspector. Use the following
menu path: Utilities -> Import Check Variants.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCI054 - The check variant does not exist (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message SCI054, which states "The check variant does not exist (see long text)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user attempts to execute a check or report that relies on a specific check variant that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Check Variant: The most common cause of this error is that the check variant you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The check variant may not be properly configured or may not be assigned to the relevant application or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the check variant.
  Transport Issues: If the check variant was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Define the Check Variant:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code OB28 for defining check variants in Financial Accounting).
  Check if the check variant exists. If it does not, create a new check variant with the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the check variant is correctly configured and assigned to the appropriate application or process.
  Review the settings to ensure they meet the requirements of the report or check you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the check variant. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the check variant was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was transported successfully.
  If it was not transported, you may need to manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help text associated with the specific check variant to understand its requirements and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB28 (for defining check variants) and OB29 (for managing check variants).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Long Text: Always refer to the long text of the error message for additional context and guidance on resolving the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.