How To Fix V3024 - Selection variant &1 for selection report &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V3 - Maintain Sales Activities

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Selection variant &1 for selection report &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The specified <GL:selection_variant>selection variant</> for selection
report &V2& does not exist.
INCLUDE 'NA_NO_PROCESSING_2' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
INCLUDE 'NA_CHECK_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
DEFINE &FELDNAME& = '<LS>selection variants</>'
INCLUDE 'NA_POSSIBLE_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V3024 - Selection variant &1 for selection report &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message V3024 indicates that a selection variant specified for a selection report does not exist. This typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report with a selection variant that has either been deleted or never existed in the first place.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Selection Variant: The selection variant specified in the report does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the selection variant name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant.
  Transport Issues: If the selection variant was created in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Selection Variant:
  
  Verify the name of the selection variant you are trying to use. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  Go to the report and check the available selection variants to see if the one you are trying to use is listed.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify the Selection Variant:
  
  If the selection variant does not exist, you can create a new one by executing the report, entering the desired selection criteria, and saving it as a new variant.
  If the variant exists but is not functioning correctly, you may need to modify it or recreate it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport the Variant:
  
  If the selection variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been transported to the current environment. You may need to work with your SAP Basis team to check transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects are moved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on managing selection variants and reports.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to execute reports and manage selection variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or selection variant.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support sites for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the V3024 error and successfully use the desired selection variant in your SAP report.