How To Fix /SMB/CONSISTENCY036 - Updating no variants in file &1 of solution &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONSISTENCY -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Updating no variants in file &1 of solution &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONSISTENCY036 - Updating no variants in file &1 of solution &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONSISTENCY036 Updating no variants in file &1 of solution &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA when there is an issue with the configuration or data consistency in the system. This error indicates that the system attempted to update variants in a specific file related to a solution, but no variants were found to update.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Variants: The specified file does not contain any variants that can be updated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the solution or the file path.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the update from occurring.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to update the variants.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Variants: Verify that the file specified in the error message actually contains variants. If not, you may need to create the necessary variants.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the solution and the file is correct. Check for any discrepancies in the setup.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any data issues that may be causing the error.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the appropriate authorizations to update the variants.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific solution and file to understand any prerequisites or requirements for updating variants.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like SE38 for report execution) to run consistency checks or to view logs for more detailed error information.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message /SMB/CONSISTENCY036.