How To Fix SS246 - No variants exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SS - Integration IMG - function model - SAP analyzer

• Message number: 246

• Message text: No variants exist

What causes this issue?

You have not created any variants for this object.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Create variants for this object first.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS246 - No variants exist ?

  The SAP error message SS246 "No variants exist" typically occurs when you attempt to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant, but no variants have been defined for that specific report or transaction. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
  Cause:
  
  No Variants Created: The most common cause is that no variants have been created for the report or transaction you are trying to run.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to view or execute the variants.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: You might be using an incorrect transaction code that does not have any associated variants.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings that prevent the display of variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Variant:
  
  Navigate to the report or transaction.
  Enter the required selection criteria.
  Click on the "Save" button (often represented by a disk icon) to create a variant.
  Provide a name and description for the variant and save it.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and execute the variants. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Code:
  
  Double-check that you are using the correct transaction code. If you are unsure, consult your SAP documentation or ask a colleague.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Variants:
  
  If you believe variants should exist, you can check for them by using the "Variants" option in the report or transaction. This is usually accessible through a button or menu option.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific report or transaction to understand how variants are managed.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to variant management, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address issues related to variants.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to create and manage variants effectively to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SS246 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction.