How To Fix WO356 - Variant & for report & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WO - WF: Messages for Workflow Wizards

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Variant & for report & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have specified a variant for a report. However, this variant is not
available.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the variant name or search for the variant using F4 help.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WO356 - Variant & for report & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "WO356: Variant & for report & does not exist" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report using a variant that has not been defined or is not available in the system. Variants in SAP are used to store specific selection criteria for reports, allowing users to run reports with predefined settings.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Report Name: The report name specified may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant or report.
  Client-Specific Data: The variant may exist in a different client, and you are trying to access it in a client where it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the report transaction (e.g., SE38 or SA38) and enter the report name.
  Click on the "Variants" button to see if the variant you are trying to use is listed.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing, you can create a new one by entering the selection criteria for the report and saving it as a variant.
  Make sure to give it a unique name and save it.
  
  
  
  Verify Report Name:
  
  Double-check the report name you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the report and the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Client Check:
  
  Ensure you are in the correct client where the variant is defined. Variants are client-specific, so if you switch clients, you may need to recreate the variant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor (to run reports)
  SA38: Execute Report (to run reports with variants)
  
  
  Creating Variants: You can create a variant by executing the report, entering the selection criteria, and then saving it as a variant.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing variants and reports.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.