How To Fix W+573 - Selection of variants only possible for message type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W+ -

• Message number: 573

• Message text: Selection of variants only possible for message type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W+573 - Selection of variants only possible for message type &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W+573 Selection of variants only possible for message type &1
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to select or use variants for a message type that does not support variants in the SAP system. Variants are predefined sets of parameters or selections that simplify repetitive tasks, but not all message types allow the use of variants.
  The message type &1 (which will be replaced by the actual message type in your system) is one for which variant selection is not allowed.
  
  Explanation:
  
  In SAP, message types are used in output determination (e.g., for printing, emailing, or transmitting documents).
  Some message types support variants to customize output parameters.
  If you attempt to select or assign a variant to a message type that does not support it, the system issues this warning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the message type:
  
  Verify the message type you are working with. You can find this in the output determination procedure or in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  Avoid using variants for this message type:
  
  Since variants are not supported, do not assign or select variants for this message type.
  
  
  Use standard parameters:
  
  Instead of variants, use the standard selection parameters or configure the output parameters directly.
  
  
  If variants are required:  
  
  Check if a different message type supports variants and can be used instead.
  Alternatively, consult with your SAP functional consultant to see if customizing can enable variant support or if a different approach is needed.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction codes:  
  
  NACE (Output Determination) — to check and configure message types and output procedures.  
  WE20 (Partner Profiles) — for IDoc message types and variants.  
  SPRO — for customizing output message types.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Service Marketplace or SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to message types and variants if you suspect a system-specific issue.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal and SAP Library sections on Output Management and Message Control.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Attempting to select variants for a message type that does not support variants.  
  Solution: Do not use variants for this message type; use standard parameters or a different message type that supports variants.  
  Check: Output determination configuration and message type capabilities.
  
  
  If you provide the exact message type (&1), I can help you with more specific guidance.