How To Fix /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK022 - App variant/app config with ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: App variant/app config with ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK022 - App variant/app config with ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK022 indicates that an application variant or application configuration with the specified ID does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications or SAP UI5 applications when the system is trying to access a variant that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The application variant or configuration ID you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Deleted Variant: The variant may have existed previously but has been deleted.
  Incorrect ID: There may be a typo or mistake in the variant ID you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant ID: Verify that the variant ID you are using is correct. Ensure there are no typos or formatting issues.
  Create the Variant: If the variant does not exist, you can create it using the appropriate application in SAP. This typically involves navigating to the application and saving the desired settings as a variant.
  Check for Deletion: If the variant was deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it if possible.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Use Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like /UI2/FLP or /UI5/APPVAR to manage and check application variants.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for managing application variants in SAP Fiori or SAP UI5.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully access the desired application variant or configuration.