How To Fix /SMB/CENTRALDATA069 - Variant &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CENTRALDATA -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Variant &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CENTRALDATA069 - Variant &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CENTRALDATA069 Variant &1 does not exist typically indicates that a specific variant (a saved set of parameters for a report or transaction) that you are trying to access or use does not exist in the system. This can happen for several reasons, such as the variant being deleted, not being created yet, or being created in a different client or user context.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Client: The variant may exist in a different client, and you are trying to access it in the wrong client.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or error in the name of the variant you are trying to access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used and check if the variant exists. You can usually do this by selecting the variant dropdown or using the variant management options.
  
  
  
  Create the Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you can create it by entering the desired parameters and saving it as a new variant.
  
  
  
  Check Client:
  
  Ensure you are in the correct client where the variant was created. Variants are client-specific, so switching to the correct client may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Correct Naming:
  
  Double-check the name of the variant for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct name as it was saved.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the variant was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that the variant is available in the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE93 (Transaction Codes) to check for variants and their management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on variant management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.