How To Fix /SMB/CENTRALDATA107 - Invalid reference &1. Variant &2 does not exist in TDC.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CENTRALDATA -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Invalid reference &1. Variant &2 does not exist in TDC.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CENTRALDATA107 - Invalid reference &1. Variant &2 does not exist in TDC. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CENTRALDATA107 Invalid reference &1. Variant &2 does not exist in TDC. typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Analytics solutions when there is an issue with a reference to a variant that is expected to exist in the TDC (Technical Data Container) but does not.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant (&2) does not exist in the TDC. This could be due to deletion, renaming, or it never being created.
  Incorrect Reference: The reference (&1) may be pointing to an incorrect or outdated variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the variant from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant specified in the error message actually exists in the TDC. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in the SAP system where variants are managed.
  Create or Restore Variant: If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Correct References: Ensure that any references to the variant in your configurations or reports are correct and point to the right variant.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects, including the variant, were included and successfully transported.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related errors that may provide more insight into the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about your system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.