How To Fix VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE080 - Skipped Dependency &1: variant table not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE - VCH Trace: High level messages in Dependency Trace

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Skipped Dependency &1: variant table not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE080 - Skipped Dependency &1: variant table not found ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE080 with the description "Skipped Dependency &1: variant table not found" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific variant table that is required for processing a particular task or transaction. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with variants in reports or when executing batch jobs.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant Table: The most common cause of this error is that the variant table specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to deletion, incorrect configuration, or a transport issue where the variant was not transported correctly to the target system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The variant might be incorrectly configured or referenced in a way that the system cannot resolve.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant table, leading to the system being unable to find it.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has recently undergone a migration or upgrade, some variant tables may not have been migrated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant table mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for reports) and checking the variants.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant table is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by going to the relevant transaction and creating a new variant with the same parameters.
  Check Transport Requests: If the variant was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure that the variant was included and successfully imported.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or patches available.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the missing variant table in SAP.