How To Fix /SMB/CENTRALDATA046 - &1 variant(s) deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CENTRALDATA -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: &1 variant(s) deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CENTRALDATA046 - &1 variant(s) deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CENTRALDATA046 &1 variant(s) deleted typically indicates that certain variants (which are often used for report selection or parameter settings) have been deleted from the system. This message is part of the SAP Business One or SAP Business Suite environment, particularly in the context of managing data and variants.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: Variants may have been manually deleted by a user or administrator.
  System Cleanup: A system cleanup process or job may have removed unused or obsolete variants.
  Data Migration: During data migration or system upgrades, certain variants may not have been transferred or may have been intentionally excluded.
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain variants, leading to the perception that they have been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variants are indeed deleted or if they are just not visible due to authorization issues. You can do this by checking the variant management settings.
  Restore Variants: If the variants were deleted unintentionally, you may need to restore them from a backup if available. Alternatively, you can recreate the variants manually.
  Review Logs: Check system logs or change logs to identify who deleted the variants and why. This can help in understanding if it was a manual action or part of a scheduled job.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variants. You may need to adjust user roles or permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to variant management in your SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.