How To Fix UMK138 - Filter variant '&' was deleted

UMK138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Filter variant '&' was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK138 - Filter variant '&' was deleted ?

  The SAP error message UMK138 indicates that a filter variant, identified by the name '&', has been deleted. This message typically occurs in the context of using the SAP system for reporting or data analysis, particularly when working with variants in transaction codes that involve filtering data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Filter Variant: The most straightforward cause is that the filter variant was intentionally or unintentionally deleted by a user or through a system process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain filter variants, leading to confusion about their availability.
  Transport Issues: If the filter variant was part of a transport request that was not successfully imported into the target system, it may appear to be missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Deletion: Verify if the filter variant has indeed been deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE93 for variants) and checking the list of available variants.
  Recreate