How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY047 - Key change in variant &1 detected, this is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Key change in variant &1 detected, this is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY047 - Key change in variant &1 detected, this is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY047 Key change in variant &1 detected, this is not allowed typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify a variant that has a key change. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions, and they are identified by a key. If the key of a variant is changed, it can lead to inconsistencies or conflicts, which is why SAP does not allow such changes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Change Attempt: The most common cause of this error is that a user is trying to change the key (name or identifier) of an existing variant.
  System Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to prevent changes that could lead to data integrity issues.
  User Permissions: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the variant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Do Not Change the Key: If you need to modify a variant, do not attempt to change its key. Instead, create