How To Fix >U087 - Variant &1 ( &2 ) was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >U -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Variant &1 ( &2 ) was deleted

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >U087 - Variant &1 ( &2 ) was deleted ?

  The SAP error message "U087 Variant &1 ( &2 ) was deleted" typically indicates that a variant (a saved set of parameters for a report or transaction) has been deleted from the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Manual Deletion: A user with the appropriate permissions may have manually deleted the variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was part of a transport request that was not properly imported, it may appear as deleted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the variant, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  System Cleanup: Periodic system maintenance or cleanup processes may remove unused or obsolete variants.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database that lead to the variant being marked as deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant still exists by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs) and checking the variants available for that program.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant has indeed been deleted, you may need to recreate it manually by entering the required parameters and saving it again.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and access the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  Review Transport Requests: If the variant was part of a transport, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported. If not, you may need to re-import the transport.
  Consult System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related messages that might provide more context on why the variant was deleted.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  User Authorizations: Review user roles and authorizations related to variant management to prevent unauthorized deletions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on managing variants and understanding error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and restore functionality related to the deleted variant.