How To Fix SMARTFORMS423 - Select a valid variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Select a valid variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS423 - Select a valid variant ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS423: Select a valid variant typically occurs when you are trying to execute a Smart Form without specifying a valid variant. Variants in SAP are used to store different settings or parameters for a report or form, allowing users to execute the same form with different configurations.
  Cause:
  
  No Variant Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a valid variant for the Smart Form execution.
  Invalid Variant: The variant selected may not exist or may have been deleted or modified in a way that it is no longer valid.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selected variant.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the Smart Form or the variant configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Valid Variant:
  
  When executing the Smart Form, ensure that you select a valid variant from the dropdown list. If no variants are available, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify a Variant:
  
  If you need to create a new variant, you can do so by navigating to the Smart Form transaction (e.g., SMARTFORMS) and using the "Variants" option to create a new one with the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Use transaction SE38 or SA38 to check if the variant exists. You can also check the variant settings to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the problem persists, check for any technical issues related to the Smart Form itself. This may involve debugging or checking for any recent changes that could have affected the Smart Form or its variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create or modify Smart Forms.
  SE38/SA38: To execute reports and check variants.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Smart Forms and variants for more detailed guidance on creating and managing variants.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to Smart Forms and variants.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS423 error and successfully execute your Smart Form with a valid variant.