How To Fix SF460 - Report & with variant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Report & with variant & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You called a link to a report variant that is not in the system.

System Response

The call cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the link is written correctly in the help text or whether
the variant in question has been created in the system. Report the
error to the SAP hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF460 - Report & with variant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "SF460 Report & with variant & does not exist" typically occurs when you attempt to execute a report in SAP using a specific variant, but the system cannot find the report or the specified variant. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Report: The report you are trying to run does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the report name or the report not being installed or activated in your SAP environment.
  Missing Variant: The variant you are trying to use for the report does not exist. Variants are saved configurations for report parameters, and if the specified variant has not been created or has been deleted, this error will occur.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report or the variant.
  Transport Issues: If the report or variant was recently transported from another system (like Development to Production), it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Report Name: Verify that the report name you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code for the report and ensuring it exists.
  Check Variant Name: Ensure that the variant name is correct. You can check existing variants by going to the report and selecting the "Variants" option to see if the specified variant is listed.
  Create or Modify Variant: If the variant does not exist, you can create a new variant by executing the report without a variant and saving the desired parameters as a new variant.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to execute the report and access the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Transport Check: If the report or variant was recently transported, check with your Basis team to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to check for the existence of the report.
  Variant Management: Variants can be managed through the report execution screen, where you can create, modify, or delete variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or variant you are working with. This can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.