How To Fix SCI116 - No new check variants found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCI - Code Inspector

• Message number: 116

• Message text: No new check variants found

What causes this issue?

Global check variants of the Code Inspector can be transported. In a
background job, the system searches daily for new check variants
imported into the system. This search can be started manually using the
menu option <ZH>Utilities -> Import Check Variants </>.

System Response

<ZH>No</> new or changed global check variant was found.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCI116 - No new check variants found ?

  The SAP error message SCI116 "No new check variants found" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Code Inspector (SCI), which is a tool used for static code analysis in ABAP programs. This error indicates that the system could not find any new check variants that can be applied to the code being analyzed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Check Variants: The most common cause is that there are no check variants defined in the system for the specific checks you are trying to run.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the check variants.
  Configuration Issues: The check variants may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  System Version: The version of the SAP system may not support the specific checks you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Modify Check Variants:
  
  Go to transaction code SCI (Code Inspector).
  Navigate to the "Check Variants" section.
  Create a new check variant or modify an existing one to include the checks you want to perform.
  Ensure that the check variant is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the Code Inspector has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the check variants.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify that the check variants are correctly configured in the system.
  Check if the relevant checks are included in the variant.
  
  
  
  System Update:
  
  If you are using an older version of SAP, consider updating to a newer version that supports the checks you need.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for Code Inspector to understand the requirements for check variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCI - Code Inspector
  SE80 - Object Navigator (to check ABAP programs)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address issues related to Code Inspector and check variants.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other technical forums where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCI116 error and successfully run the Code Inspector checks.