How To Fix VIP_MESSAGES011 - Variant &1 is outofconfig

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIP_MESSAGES - Messages for VIP-ERP Communication

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Variant &1 is outofconfig

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIP_MESSAGES011 - Variant &1 is outofconfig ?

  The SAP error message VIP_MESSAGES011 with the description "Variant &1 is out of config" typically indicates that a variant (a predefined set of parameters or settings) is not properly configured or is missing in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with reports, queries, or other SAP applications that utilize variants.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The variant may exist but is not correctly configured or has been deleted or modified in a way that makes it unusable.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for reports).
  Check if the variant exists by using the variant management options.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Modify the Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing, recreate it with the necessary parameters.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to ensure it has the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the variant was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request was completed successfully and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or application to ensure that the variant is being used correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message. There may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may need to use different transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs, SQ01 for queries).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.