How To Fix /SCMB/TDL_UTILS048 - No program variant has been selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TDL_UTILS -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: No program variant has been selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS048 - No program variant has been selected ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS048 No program variant has been selected typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when a user attempts to execute a program or transaction that requires a specific variant to be selected, but none has been chosen.
  Cause:
  
  No Variant Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a program variant before executing the transaction. Variants are predefined sets of parameters that can be used to run reports or programs with specific settings.
  Missing Variants: The required variants may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the available variants.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the program or transaction that is causing the variants not to display.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Variant: 
  
  When executing the program, ensure that you select a valid variant from the dropdown list. If no variants are available, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create a Variant:
  
  If you need to create a new variant, you can do so by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code SE38 or SA38 for report execution) and selecting the option to create a variant. Fill in the necessary parameters and save the variant.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and select variants. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for the program or transaction in question. This may require assistance from a technical consultant or SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the program you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) for managing and executing programs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific program or transaction you are working with.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully execute the desired program or transaction in SAP.