How To Fix VW206 - Selection variant & missing for the list. Maintain in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Selection variant & missing for the list. Maintain in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW206 - Selection variant & missing for the list. Maintain in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message VW206 indicates that a selection variant is missing for a specific list. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a predefined selection variant, but the system cannot find it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Variant: The selection variant that is expected for the report or transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the report or transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of the required selection variant.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variants.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VW206 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Selection Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction or report that is generating the error.
  Look for the option to maintain or select a variant. This is usually found in the selection screen of the report.
  If you see a list of variants, check if the required one is present.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Selection Variant:
  
  If the selection variant is missing, you can create a new one:
  
  On the selection screen, enter the desired selection criteria.
  Click on the "Save" button (often represented by a disk icon) to save the variant.
  Provide a name and description for the variant.
  
  
  Alternatively, you can maintain existing variants by selecting the "Variants" button and choosing "Manage Variants."
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  If you have access to the customizing settings, navigate to the relevant area where the report or transaction is configured.
  Ensure that the selection variants are properly defined in the customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the selection variants. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the user management area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific report or transaction to understand the expected selection variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE93 (for transaction variants) or SE38 (for report execution) to manage variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are working with.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW206 error and successfully execute the report or transaction.