How To Fix /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT083 - SAP variant &1 in &2 no longer exists, archiving change records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: SAP variant &1 in &2 no longer exists, archiving change records

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT083 - SAP variant &1 in &2 no longer exists, archiving change records ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT083 indicates that a specific variant (identified by &1) in a particular context (identified by &2) no longer exists. This error typically arises in the context of archiving change records, particularly when dealing with the SAP Business Suite or SAP S/4HANA systems.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted or Inactive Variant: The variant specified in the error message has been deleted or is no longer active in the system. This can happen if the variant was manually removed or if it was part of a transport that did not include the necessary variants.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration or settings related to the archiving process may have led to the variant being invalidated.
  Transport Issues: If the system is part of a landscape where transports are used, the variant may not have been transported correctly to the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs) and checking the variants.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is missing, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you replicate the settings and parameters that were originally configured.
  Review Archiving Settings: Check the archiving settings and ensure that they are correctly configured. This includes verifying the archiving object and the associated variants.
  Transport Check: If the issue is related to a transport, ensure that the transport request containing the variant has been successfully imported into the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving objects and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.