How To Fix /SMB/CUSTOMIZING087 - Error generating a new variant ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Error generating a new variant ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CUSTOMIZING087 - Error generating a new variant ID ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CUSTOMIZING087 indicates an issue with generating a new variant ID, typically related to the configuration of the SAP system or the specific settings for the variant management.
  Cause:
  
  Variant ID Limitations: The system may have reached the maximum number of variant IDs allowed for a particular object or configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify variants.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the customizing settings related to variant management.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as locks or corruption, preventing the creation of new entries.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or inconsistencies in the SAP version being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Limits: Verify if the maximum number of variants has been reached. If so, consider deleting unused variants or increasing the limit if possible.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify variants. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Customizing Settings: Review the customizing settings related to variant management. This can be done in transaction SPRO under the relevant application area.
  Database Check: Check for any database locks or issues. You can use transaction SM12 to view and delete any locks if necessary.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches for known bugs.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE93 (for variant management), SE38 (for report execution), and SPRO (for customizing).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to variant management and customizing to understand the expected configurations and limitations.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /SMB/CUSTOMIZING087 effectively.