How To Fix STC_TM150 - Variant &1 of task list &2 contains invalid content

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Variant &1 of task list &2 contains invalid content

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM150 - Variant &1 of task list &2 contains invalid content ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM150 indicates that there is an issue with a variant of a task list in the SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the variant contains invalid content, which can prevent the task list from executing properly. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Parameters: The variant may contain parameters that are not valid or are incorrectly defined.
  Missing Objects: The task list may reference objects (like programs, function modules, or other variants) that do not exist or have been deleted.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data used by the variant, such as incorrect data types or formats.
  Transport Issues: If the task list or its variants were transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to corruption or loss of data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Definition: Review the variant definition in transaction SE38 (for ABAP programs) or SE80 (for other objects) to ensure that all parameters are correctly defined and valid.
  Validate Task List: Use transaction STC01 to check the task list and its variants for any inconsistencies or errors. You can also use transaction STC02 to analyze the task list execution.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is found to be corrupted or invalid, consider recreating it from scratch with the correct parameters.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that all objects referenced by the task list and its variants are available and correctly configured in the system.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and consider re-importing the transport or manually correcting the issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific task list and its variants for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  STC01: Manage and monitor task lists.
  STC02: Analyze task list execution.
  SE38: Execute ABAP programs.
  SE80: Object Navigator for various SAP objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the task list or variants. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the STC_TM150 error and implement a solution to resolve it.