How To Fix WB836 - Fields &1 and &2 are not selection fields in variant &3


WB836 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

  • Message number: 836

  • Message text: Fields &1 and &2 are not selection fields in variant &3

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  • What causes this issue?

    An important selection criterion is missing in the selection variant.
    The following field names are necessary for selection:
    'MATNR' for materials
    'WERKS' for plants
    'KUNAG' for the customer
    For selecting periods for sales volume, use:
    'SPMON' for months
    'SPWOC' for weeks
    These fields must be flagged as selection fields and assigned a name
    for the range parameter.

    System Response

    The selection variant is incomplete and cannot be used to select data
    from the Information System for use in Space Management (dynamic
    selection).

    How to fix this error?

    Maintain the <DS:SIMG.SIMG_OE_EG_WL_0224>selection variant</>
    accordingly.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB836 - Fields &1 and &2 are not selection fields in variant &3 ?
    The SAP error message WB836 indicates that there is an issue with the selection fields in a variant for a report or transaction. Specifically, it means that the fields specified in the error message (represented by &1 and &2) are not defined as selection fields in the variant (represented by &3). This can occur when you try to execute a report or transaction using a variant that has been incorrectly configured or modified.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Variant Configuration: The variant may have been created or modified incorrectly, where the fields specified are not part of the selection criteria for that report or transaction. Field Changes: The fields may have been changed or removed from the report's selection screen in a recent update or customization, making them no longer valid. User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access certain fields in the variant.
    Solution: Check Variant Configuration: Go to the transaction where the variant is

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