How To Fix SV145 - Variant &1 for object &2 has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Variant &1 for object &2 has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV145 - Variant &1 for object &2 has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message SV145 indicates that a variant (a saved set of parameters for a report or transaction) has been deleted for a specific object. This can occur in various contexts, such as when a user tries to execute a report or transaction that relies on a variant that no longer exists.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The variant may have been manually deleted by a user or through a program that cleans up unused variants.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another, it might not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  System Cleanup: Some systems have background jobs that periodically clean up old or unused variants, which could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Recreate the Variant: If you have the parameters that were used in the deleted variant, you can recreate it. Go to the transaction or report, and create a new variant with the same settings.
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  Transport the Variant: If the variant was deleted due to transport issues, check the transport requests to ensure that the variant is included and re-transport it if necessary.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the deletion was due to a system cleanup or other administrative actions, consult with your SAP Basis team to understand the policies in place regarding variant management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to manage and create variants.
  Variant Management: Variants can be managed through the "Variants" button in the selection screen of most reports.
  Authorization Objects: Check the authorization objects related to variant management, such as S_PROGRAM and S_TCODE, to ensure proper access.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to variant management and error SV145.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.