How To Fix VW214 - The transaction was started with user-specific variant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 214

• Message text: The transaction was started with user-specific variant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW214 - The transaction was started with user-specific variant & ?

  The SAP error message VW214 indicates that a transaction was started with a user-specific variant that is not available or cannot be accessed. This typically occurs when a user tries to execute a transaction that relies on a specific variant that has been deleted, is not assigned to the user, or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Variant: The variant that the transaction is trying to use has been deleted.
  User Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorization to access the specific variant.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The variant name specified may be incorrect or misspelled.
  User-Specific Settings: The variant may be user-specific and not available to other users or in the current user context.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Availability:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurred.
  Check if the variant exists by navigating to the variant selection screen (usually accessible via a button or menu option).
  If the variant is missing, you may need to recreate it or select a different one.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant has been deleted, you can recreate it by setting the desired parameters and saving it as a new variant.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Variant:
  
  If the specific variant is not critical, consider using a different variant that is available and meets your needs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the specific module you are working with, as they may have different variant management functionalities.
  User-Specific Variants: Understand how user-specific variants work in SAP, as they can be created and managed through the variant management options in various transactions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing variants and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW214 error and continue with your transaction in SAP.