How To Fix /SCWM/MONITOR120 - Show Selection can only be set if a selection variant is maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MONITOR -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Show Selection can only be set if a selection variant is maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MONITOR120 - Show Selection can only be set if a selection variant is maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MONITOR120: Show Selection can only be set if a selection variant is maintained typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to use a selection variant in a report or monitor without having a valid selection variant defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Variant: The primary cause of this error is that the selection variant you are trying to use has not been created or maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the selection variant, such as it being deleted or not properly assigned to the report or monitor.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create selection variants.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Create or Maintain Selection Variant:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report where the error occurs.
  Look for an option to create or maintain selection variants (usually found in the selection screen).
  Define a new selection variant or modify an existing one to ensure it meets the requirements of the report or monitor.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  Go to the selection screen of the report or monitor and check if any selection variants are available.
  If there are existing variants, ensure they are correctly configured and applicable to your needs.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify selection variants. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to create and manage selection variants in the specific context of the EWM module.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis or EWM support team to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/MONITOR for accessing the EWM monitor.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation specific to EWM and selection variants for a deeper understanding.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully use selection variants in your SAP EWM reports and monitors.