How To Fix /SCWM/MONITOR019 - No variant has been selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MONITOR -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No variant has been selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MONITOR019 - No variant has been selected ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MONITOR019 No variant has been selected typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant, but no variant has been selected or defined.
  Cause:
  
  No Variant Defined: The user has not created or selected a variant for the report or transaction they are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have navigated to the report or transaction without properly selecting a variant.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the available variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Variant:
  
  When executing the report or transaction, 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 variant management screen (usually accessible via the "Variants" button or menu option). Define the necessary parameters and save the variant.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and select variants. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your system administrator or security team.
  
  
  
  Use Default Settings:
  
  If applicable, check if there are default settings or variants that can be used for the report or transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report you are trying to execute for additional guidance on variant usage.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in EWM that may involve variants, such as /SCWM/PRT for print requests or /SCWM/ORD for order management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training on how to create and select variants effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP EWM.