How To Fix STC_TM063 - Variant &1 does not exist for task list &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Variant &1 does not exist for task list &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM063 - Variant &1 does not exist for task list &2 ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM063 indicates that a specific variant for a task list does not exist. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a task list in the SAP system, but the system cannot find the specified variant associated with that task list.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The variant specified in the task list does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the variant name or the variant may not have been created.
  Incorrect Task List: The task list you are trying to execute may not be correctly configured or may not have the specified variant assigned to it.
  Transport Issues: If the task list and its variants were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the variant to be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the task may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code for the task list (e.g., STC01 for task lists).
  Check if the specified variant exists for the task list. You can do this by navigating to the task list and looking for the variants associated with it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you can create it by using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs) and defining the variant with the required parameters.
  If the variant exists but is not correctly configured, you can modify it to ensure it meets the requirements of the task list.
  
  
  
  Check Task List Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the task list is correctly configured to use the specified variant. You may need to adjust the settings in the task list to point to the correct variant.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the task list and variant were transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the task has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure the user has the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  STC01: Task List Management
  SE38: ABAP Editor (for creating or modifying variants)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on task lists and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the STC_TM063 error and successfully execute the task list with the desired variant.