How To Fix VSCE489 - Variant table &1 contains more than &2 lines

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 489

• Message text: Variant table &1 contains more than &2 lines

What causes this issue?

The number of lines in the variant table exceeds the maximum permissible
number (see Note 966013).

System Response

The generation of the knowledge base runtime version is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Try using normalization to reduce the size of the table. An alternative
method for deriving values from tables is to replace the table with a
variant function.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCE489 - Variant table &1 contains more than &2 lines ?

  The SAP error message VSCE489 indicates that a variant table (which is used to store variants for reports, transactions, etc.) has exceeded the maximum number of allowed entries (lines). The message typically appears when you attempt to create or modify a variant that would cause the total number of entries in the variant table to exceed the defined limit.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The variant table has reached its maximum capacity, which is typically set to a certain number of entries (e.g., 999 or 9999, depending on the specific configuration).
  You are trying to add a new variant or modify an existing one, which would increase the total number of entries beyond the allowed limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Delete Unused Variants: Review the existing variants in the table and delete any that are no longer needed. This will free up space for new entries.
  
  
  Archive Variants: If you have variants that are not currently in use but may be needed in the future, consider archiving them instead of deleting. This can help manage the number of active entries.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Ensure that there are no duplicate variants that can be consolidated or removed.
  
  
  Increase the Limit: If your business process requires a higher number of variants, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to see if the limit can be increased. This may involve configuration changes in the system.
  
  
  Use Alternative Solutions: If the variant table is full and cannot be expanded, consider using alternative methods for managing parameters or settings, such as using user-specific settings or customizing reports.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (for executing reports) or SE93 (for managing variants) to manage your variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific recommendations or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on managing variants and understanding the limitations of variant tables.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official support channels for further assistance.