How To Fix VMP_MSG363 - No matching instances found in target panel

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 363

• Message text: No matching instances found in target panel

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG363 - No matching instances found in target panel ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VMP_MSG363 No matching instances found in target panel
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the Variant Management Panel (VMP) or when working with Variant Configuration or Variant Management in SAP, especially in scenarios involving variant selection or instance determination.
  The message means that the system tried to find a matching instance (variant or configuration instance) in the target panel (or target variant set), but none was found. This can happen due to:
  
  The variant or instance you are trying to select or reference does not exist in the target panel.
  The target panel or variant set is empty or not properly maintained.
  Incorrect or missing configuration in the variant management setup.
  Data inconsistency or missing master data related to the variant or configuration.
  The selection criteria or filters applied do not match any existing instances.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Variant/Instance Existence:
  
  Verify that the variant or instance you are trying to use actually exists in the target panel or variant set.
  Use transaction codes like VMP1, VMP2, or relevant variant management transactions to check the variant instances.
  
  
  
  Review Variant Management Setup:
  
  Ensure that the variant management configuration is correctly maintained.
  Check if the target panel is correctly assigned and contains the expected instances.
  
  
  
  Validate Selection Criteria:
  
  Review any filters or selection criteria applied during the variant selection process.
  Adjust or remove filters that might be too restrictive and cause no matches.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data and Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., material variants, configuration profiles) are correctly maintained.
  Verify that the configuration profiles and dependencies are consistent.
  
  
  
  Debugging and Logs:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, perform debugging or check application logs to identify where the instance matching fails.
  Look for custom code or enhancements that might affect variant instance determination.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to VMP_MSG363 or variant management issues.
  If needed, raise a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed information about the scenario and system logs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Variant Management (VMP): A tool in SAP used to manage different variants of objects, often used in configuration and selection screens.
  Transactions: VMP1 (Create Variant), VMP2 (Change Variant), VMP3 (Display Variant).
  Configuration Profiles: Used in variant configuration to define characteristics and dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Service Marketplace or SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to variant management errors.
  Common Modules: This error is often seen in modules like SD (Sales and Distribution), MM (Materials Management), or PP (Production Planning) when variant configuration is used.
  
  
  If you provide more context about where and how this error occurs (e.g., transaction, module, process), I can give more specific guidance.