How To Fix TT084 - Specified source variant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TT - Extended Computer Aided Test Tool (eCATT) messages

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Specified source variant & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid source variant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TT084 - Specified source variant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TT084, which states "Specified source variant & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific variant, but the system cannot find the specified variant. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name you are trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Client-Specific Variants: Variants are often client-specific, so if you are in a different client than where the variant was created, it will not be available.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from another system and the transport did not include the variant, it will not exist in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs) and check if the variant exists. You can do this by selecting the "Variants" option and searching for the specified variant name.
  Create or Recreate the Variant: If the variant does not exist, you can create it by entering the required selection criteria and saving it as a new variant.
  Verify Naming: Double-check the spelling and naming of the variant to ensure it matches exactly with what is stored in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Client Check: Make sure you are in the correct client where the variant was created. If you need the variant in a different client, you may need to recreate it there.
  Transport Check: If the variant was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to manage and check variants.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure the user has access to the necessary reports and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or report you are working with.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.