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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SWF_HELPERS - Message class for report RSWW_WF_HELPERS
Message number: 031
Message text: Report &1 can only be started via variant
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SWF_HELPERS031
- Report &1 can only be started via variant ?The SAP error message SWF_HELPERS031 indicates that a specific report (denoted as &1 in the message) can only be executed using a predefined variant. This typically occurs in the context of background processing or workflow scenarios where certain reports are designed to be run with specific parameters that are encapsulated in a variant.
Cause:
- Execution Method: The report is configured to require a variant for execution, which means it cannot be run directly without specifying the variant.
- Missing Variant: The user may be trying to execute the report without selecting a variant, or the variant may not be available for the user.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
Solution:
Use a Variant:
- Go to the transaction code for the report (e.g., SE38 or SA38).
- Select the report and choose the "Variants" option.
- If a variant exists, select it and execute the report.
- If no variant exists, you may need to create one by entering the required parameters and saving it as a variant.
Check User Authorizations:
- Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
Consult Documentation:
- Review the documentation for the specific report to understand the required parameters and how to create or use variants effectively.
Contact Support:
- If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWF_HELPERS031 error and successfully execute the report with the required variant.
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