How To Fix SELTOOL745 - Selection variant &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SELTOOL - Messages for Selection Tool

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Selection variant &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SELTOOL745 - Selection variant &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SELTOOL745 indicates that a selection variant specified in your report or transaction does not exist. This can occur in various SAP transactions where selection variants are used to save specific criteria for report execution.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Selection Variant: The selection variant you are trying to use has either been deleted or never existed.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the selection variant you are trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant.
  Client-Specific Data: The selection variant may exist in a different client, and you are trying to access it in a client where it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Selection Variant:
  
  Verify the name of the selection variant you are trying to use. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the existing variants.
  You can check existing selection variants by navigating to the relevant transaction and looking for the selection variant options.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore the Selection Variant:
  
  If the selection variant does not exist, you may need to create it again. This can usually be done in the selection screen of the report by saving the current selection criteria as a new variant.
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it if you have a backup or if it can be recreated.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Client Check:
  
  Make sure you are in the correct client where the selection variant is supposed to exist. If you are working in a development or test environment, the variant may not have been transported from the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are still facing issues, consult the SAP documentation for the specific transaction or report you are using. You may also consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using various transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs, or specific transaction codes for standard SAP reports).
  Selection Variants: Selection variants are often used in reports to save user-defined criteria for easier access in future executions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SELTOOL745 error and successfully use the desired selection variant.