How To Fix VW207 - Selection variant could not be created/changed successfully

VW207 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Selection variant could not be created/changed successfully

What causes this issue?

An error occurs when maintaining the standard selection
variant for the shipment list.
Possible reasons:
You have no authorization for this activity
The transport group could not be connected correctly (either there is
authorization in this client or you have pressed 'Cancel' in the dialog
box for the transport group)
The variant is protected (in this case only the user who protected the
variant can carry out the change).
The variant is blocked by another user
You terminated maintenance
Maintenance was called out with the wrong report name or variant name
Other

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW207 - Selection variant could not be created/changed successfully ?

  The SAP error message VW207, which states "Selection variant could not be created/changed successfully," typically occurs when there are issues related to the creation or modification of selection variants in SAP. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using reports or transaction codes that involve selection screens.
  Causes of VW207 Error
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify selection variants.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be technical problems, such as database inconsistencies or issues with the underlying program.
  
  
  Incorrect Input: The input provided for the selection variant may be invalid or incomplete.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the creation or modification of selection variants.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the selection variant is being transported between systems, there may be issues with the transport request.
  
  
  Solutions to VW207 Error
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or change selection