How To Fix SMT108 - Variant was already deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMT -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Variant was already deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMT108 - Variant was already deleted ?

  The SAP error message SMT108, which states "Variant was already deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Smart Forms or when dealing with variants in reports or transactions. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a variant that has already been deleted or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Variant: The most common cause is that the variant you are trying to use has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Variant Name: There may be a typo or incorrect name being used to reference the variant.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain variants, leading to confusion about their existence.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Use the "Variants" option to check if the variant is listed. If it is not, it has been deleted.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant is indeed deleted, you can recreate it by going to the relevant transaction and setting up the variant again with the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that the name of the variant is spelled correctly in the input field.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the variant was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included in the transport request. If not, you may need to create a new transport request to include it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) can be useful for checking the status of jobs and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMT108 error and restore access to the required variant.