How To Fix VW583 - Old selection variant & cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 583

• Message text: Old selection variant & cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW583 - Old selection variant & cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message VW583, which states "Old selection variant & cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a selection variant that is either still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  In Use: The selection variant you are trying to delete is currently being used in reports or queries.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects or settings that reference the selection variant, making it impossible to delete.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to delete the selection variant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Usage:
  
  Before deleting a selection variant, check if it is being used in any reports or queries. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction and checking the list of selection variants.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the selection variant is linked to other objects, you will need to remove those links or dependencies before attempting to delete it again.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete selection variants. You may need to contact your SAP administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE38:
  
  If you have access to transaction SE38, you can run a report to check for any references to the selection variant. This can help identify where it is being used.
  
  
  
  Alternative Deletion:
  
  If you cannot delete the selection variant through the standard interface, consider using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the underlying tables for the selection variant and see if you can remove it directly (this should be done with caution and typically requires developer access).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Selection Variants: These are used in SAP to save specific criteria for reports, allowing users to quickly access frequently used filters.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that may help in managing selection variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to selection variants and the VW583 error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.