How To Fix SV155 - Variant &1 of object &2 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Variant &1 of object &2 is empty

What causes this issue?

No conditions have yet been specified for the variant &V1&.

System Response

The variant can not be created.

How to fix this error?

First specify the conditions for the variant, and then save the
variant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV155 - Variant &1 of object &2 is empty ?

  The SAP error message SV155 indicates that a specific variant of an object (like a report or a program) is empty. This typically occurs when you try to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant, but the variant does not contain any data or parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Variant: The variant specified does not have any selection criteria or parameters defined.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The variant name provided might be incorrect or does not exist.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the variant.
  Deleted or Inactive Variant: The variant may have been deleted or is currently inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for reports).
  Use the "Variants" option to check if the specified variant exists and is correctly defined.
  If it is empty, you can create or modify the variant to include the necessary selection criteria.
  
  
  
  Verify Variant Name:
  
  Ensure that the variant name you are using is correct and matches the one defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and execute the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing or has been deleted, you can recreate it by entering the required selection criteria and saving it as a new variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check the documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report to understand the expected parameters for the variant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), and variants can be managed in these transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to variants and error SV155.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SV155 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction with the appropriate variant.