How To Fix VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR102 - Invalid entry detected in Variant Table &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR - Messages related to validation

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Invalid entry detected in Variant Table &1.

What causes this issue?

An invalid entry was detected in Variant table &V1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please check for empty cells and cells containing multiple values or
intervals. These are not supported.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR102 - Invalid entry detected in Variant Table &1. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR102 with the description "Invalid entry detected in Variant Table &1" typically indicates that there is an issue with the variant table that is being referenced in your SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to variant configuration or when processing data that relies on specific variants.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid or Corrupted Data: The variant table may contain invalid or corrupted entries that do not conform to the expected format or data types.
  Missing Entries: The variant table might be missing required entries that are necessary for processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the variant table or the associated application.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the variant table.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs in the SAP system or specific transactions that lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the Variant Table: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the variant table. Look for any inconsistencies or invalid entries.
  Ensure that all required entries are present and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Correct Invalid Entries: 
  
  If you identify any invalid entries, correct them as necessary. This may involve deleting or updating records in the variant table.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: 
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the variant table. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the variant table. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. There may be known issues or fixes available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and SE37 (Function Builder) for debugging and analyzing the variant table.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to variant configuration and processing to understand the expected structure and usage of variant tables.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the invalid entry in the variant table.