How To Fix W/065 - Error during processing of the variant matrix

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W/ -

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Error during processing of the variant matrix

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W/065 - Error during processing of the variant matrix ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W/065 Error during processing of the variant matrix
  
  Cause:
  The warning message W/065 typically occurs during the processing of a variant matrix in SAP. A variant matrix is used in configuration scenarios (e.g., in SAP Variant Configuration or in sales order processing) to handle multiple variants of a product or configuration.
  The error usually indicates that there was a problem while processing the variant matrix data. Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect or incomplete variant matrix data: The matrix might have missing or inconsistent entries.
  Data mismatch: The variant matrix entries do not correspond correctly to the characteristics or values defined in the configuration profile.
  Authorization issues: The user might not have sufficient authorization to process or modify the variant matrix.
  System or program errors: There might be a bug or inconsistency in the program handling the variant matrix.
  Transport or upgrade issues: If the variant matrix was transported from another system or after an upgrade, inconsistencies might arise.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the W/065 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Variant Matrix Data:
  
  Verify that the variant matrix entries are complete and consistent.
  Ensure that all characteristics and values referenced in the matrix exist and are valid.
  Use transaction codes related to variant matrix maintenance (e.g., CU50, CU51, or specific variant matrix transactions depending on your module) to review and correct the data.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration Profile:
  
  Check the configuration profile and ensure that all characteristics and dependencies are correctly defined.
  Make sure the variant matrix aligns with the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Confirm that the user processing the variant matrix has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for any OSS Notes related to message W/065.
  Apply relevant patches or corrections if the issue is due to a known bug.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have development access, debug the program or function module where the error occurs to identify the exact cause.
  Look for inconsistencies in the internal tables or data structures related to the variant matrix.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Reimport Variant Matrix:
  
  If the matrix was imported or transported, try reimporting or recreating it to ensure data integrity.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Variant Matrix: A tool used in SAP Variant Configuration to manage multiple product variants efficiently.
  Transactions:  
  
  CU50 - Create Variant Matrix  
  CU51 - Change Variant Matrix  
  CU52 - Display Variant Matrix  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to variant matrix errors.
  Configuration Profile: The variant matrix must be consistent with the configuration profile and characteristics defined in the system.
  Authorization Objects: Check objects like CVC_VC or others related to variant configuration.
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and screenshots of the variant matrix and configuration profile.