How To Fix UAGENTABSEL117 - Variant &1, &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UAGENTABSEL - Messages for SE16N and Generic Table Selection

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Variant &1, &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UAGENTABSEL117 - Variant &1, &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UAGENTABSEL117 indicates that a specific variant, identified by the parameters &1 and &2, does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to access or execute a report or transaction that relies on a variant that has either been deleted, never created, or is not available in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The specified variant has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Variant Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant reference.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Client-Specific Data: The variant may exist in a different client, and the user is currently logged into a client where the variant does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for reports).
  Check if the variant exists by navigating to the variant selection screen and looking for the specified variant name.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore 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.
  If the variant was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Double-check the variant name for any typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Client Check:
  
  Confirm that you are in the correct client where the variant is supposed to exist. If necessary, switch to the appropriate client.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE37 (Function Module), and SE80 (Object Navigator) can be used to manage and check variants.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure proper access.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing variants and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.