How To Fix WB874 - No variants exist for version &2 of layout module &1 for customer &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 874

• Message text: No variants exist for version &2 of layout module &1 for customer &3

What causes this issue?

The customer only has the basic variant of the layout module version.
No derivations of the original layout module version exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB874 - No variants exist for version &2 of layout module &1 for customer &3 ?

  The SAP error message WB874 indicates that there are no variants available for a specific version of a layout module for a given customer. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's reporting and layout management, particularly when dealing with forms or reports that utilize layout modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variants: The most common cause of this error is that the specified layout module does not have any variants defined for the specified version and customer.
  Incorrect Version or Module: The version number or layout module name may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Customer-Specific Configuration: The layout module may not have been customized for the specific customer, leading to the absence of variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variants: 
  
  Go to the transaction code related to the layout module (e.g., SMARTFORMS, SE78, or others depending on the context).
  Verify if any variants exist for the specified version and customer. If not, you may need to create them.
  
  
  
  Create Variants:
  
  If no variants exist, you can create a new variant for the layout module. This can typically be done in the layout module's configuration screen.
  Ensure that you are using the correct version and customer information when creating the variant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the layout module to ensure that it is set up correctly for the intended customer and version.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the layout module is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After creating or modifying variants, test the report or form again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SMARTFORMS (for smart forms), SE78 (for SAPscript forms), or others that may be relevant to your specific layout module.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on managing layout modules and variants.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking and creating variants, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB874 error and ensure that the necessary variants for the layout module are available for the specified customer and version.