How To Fix /SMB/MD_AS_CUST014 - Variant &1 not found in buffer for eCATT &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/MD_AS_CUST -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Variant &1 not found in buffer for eCATT &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/MD_AS_CUST014 - Variant &1 not found in buffer for eCATT &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/MD_AS_CUST014 Variant &1 not found in buffer for eCATT &2 typically occurs in the context of using the eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) for automated testing in SAP. This error indicates that a specific variant (identified by &1) could not be found in the buffer for the eCATT script (identified by &2).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant does not exist in the system or has not been created.
  Buffer Issues: The variant may not have been loaded into the buffer, possibly due to session issues or incorrect configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the eCATT may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name being referenced in the eCATT script.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Verify that the variant specified by &1 exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction and checking the variants available for that transaction.
  
  
  
  Load the Variant:
  
  Ensure that the variant is loaded into the buffer. You can do this by executing the transaction manually and selecting the variant to ensure it is available.
  
  
  
  Review eCATT Script:
  
  Check the eCATT script to ensure that the variant name is correctly referenced. Look for any typos or incorrect naming conventions.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the eCATT has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing, consider recreating it. Make sure to save it properly and test it to confirm it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Check Buffer Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check the buffer settings in your SAP system. Sometimes, buffer settings may need to be adjusted to ensure that variants are correctly loaded.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for eCATT to understand how variants are managed and how to troubleshoot common issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking 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 identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.