How To Fix STC_TM362 - Variant &1 is maintained in language '&2'; generation of run cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 362

• Message text: Variant &1 is maintained in language '&2'; generation of run cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM362 - Variant &1 is maintained in language '&2'; generation of run cancelled ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM362 indicates that there is an issue with a variant that is maintained in a specific language, which is causing the generation of a run to be canceled. This error typically occurs in the context of background jobs or task management in SAP, particularly when using transaction codes related to the SAP Task Management (STC) framework.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Language Mismatch: The variant specified is maintained in a language that does not match the language settings of the user or the system context in which the job is being executed.
  Missing Variants: The required variant may not be available in the language that the system is currently using.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues related to the task or job that is trying to use the variant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STC_TM362 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Variant Language:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is defined (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Check the language in which the variant is maintained. Ensure that it matches the language settings of the user or the job.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify the Variant:
  
  If the variant is not available in the required language, you can create a new variant or modify the existing one to include the necessary language.
  Use transaction SE38 or the relevant transaction to create or edit the variant.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user profile or the job settings are configured to use the correct language. You can check the user settings in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check Job Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs during a scheduled job, review the job configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly and that it references the correct variant.
  
  
  
  Test the Job:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the job or task again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor (for managing variants)
  ST22: Dump Analysis (to check for any related dumps)
  SM37: Job Monitoring (to check job status)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to STC and job management for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on task management and variant handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the STC_TM362 error and successfully generate the run without cancellation.