How To Fix /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK005 - Descriptor or app variant for reference &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Descriptor or app variant for reference &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK005 - Descriptor or app variant for reference &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK005 indicates that a descriptor or app variant for the specified reference does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications or UI5 applications when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration or variant for a specific application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified app variant or descriptor is not defined in the system. This could happen if the variant was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Reference: The reference ID provided in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the application or variant was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant or descriptor.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the Fiori Launchpad or the relevant application and check if the variant exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new variant or descriptor as needed.
  
  
  
  Verify Reference ID:
  
  Ensure that the reference ID mentioned in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the application or variant was recently transported, verify that the transport request was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the backend, you can use transaction codes like /UI2/FLP or /UI2/FLP_CONFIG to check the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad and the variants.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application or variant for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you have a support agreement, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.