How To Fix SELTOOL719 - Enter variant name and meaning, or cancel

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SELTOOL - Messages for Selection Tool

• Message number: 719

• Message text: Enter variant name and meaning, or cancel

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SELTOOL719 - Enter variant name and meaning, or cancel ?

  The SAP error message SELTOOL719 typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant, but you have not provided a variant name. Variants in SAP are used to save specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
  Cause:
  The error message "SELTOOL719 Enter variant name and meaning, or cancel" is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to run a report or transaction that requires a variant.
  You have not entered a variant name in the appropriate field.
  The system expects a variant to be specified for the execution of the report or transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Variant Name:
  
  When prompted by the error message, enter a valid variant name in the input field. If you do not have a specific variant in mind, you can create a new one.
  
  
  
  Create a New Variant:
  
  If you need to create a new variant, you can do so by:
  
  Executing the report or transaction.
  Filling in the required parameters.
  Clicking on the "Save" or "Variant" button (usually represented by a disk icon).
  Providing a name and description for the new variant.
  
  
  
  
  
  Cancel the Operation:
  
  If you do not wish to run the report or transaction at this time, you can simply cancel the operation. This will exit the prompt without executing the report.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Variants:
  
  If you are unsure about the variant names available, you can check for existing variants by using the variant selection screen. This can often be accessed by clicking on the "Variants" button or using the appropriate menu options.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Variants: Variants are a way to store specific settings for reports and transactions in SAP. They can include parameters such as selection criteria, layout settings, and output options.
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes that utilize variants, such as report execution transactions (e.g., SE38 for ABAP reports).
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify variants if you are trying to create a new one.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.