How To Fix /SMB/SBA1182 - Variant data contains errors

/SMB/SBA1182 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SBA1 -

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Variant data contains errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SBA1182 - Variant data contains errors ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SBA1182 Variant data contains errors typically indicates that there is an issue with the variant data in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when working with reports, queries, or other functionalities that utilize variants to store selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Variant Data: The variant data may be corrupted or improperly configured, leading to inconsistencies.
  Missing Fields: Required fields in the variant may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Incompatible Data Types: The data types of the fields in the variant may not match the expected types in the underlying data structure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the variant.
  System Upgrades or Changes: Changes in the system configuration or upgrades may have affected the variant's compatibility.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Configuration: Review the variant settings to ensure that all required fields are correctly defined and that there are no missing or incorrect