How To Fix WO801 - Variant & for object & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 801

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

What causes this issue?

You wanted to start a report with an undefined variant.

How to fix this error?

Check you have not made any mistakes when entering the task that you
want to use to call the report. If necessary, create the variant for
this report.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WO801 - Variant & for object & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "WO801 Variant & for object & does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Work Order (WO) management or related modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific variant for a given object, which could be a work order, maintenance plan, or another related entity.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant for the object does not exist in the system. This could happen if the variant was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object reference provided may be incorrect or not properly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant or object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the variant from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., IW32 for Work Orders) and check if the variant exists. You can do this by navigating to the variant management section.
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing, create a new variant with the required parameters.
  Ensure that the variant is correctly configured for the object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Reference:
  
  Double-check the object reference you are using. Ensure that it is correctly specified and corresponds to an existing object in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant and the object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to understand the context of the error better.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to check for any system-level issues or misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Work Order), IW32 (Change Work Order), and IW33 (Display Work Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.