How To Fix WS_TOOL016 - Variant & is already available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Variant & is already available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL016 - Variant & is already available ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS_TOOL016 Variant & is already available
  Meaning / 
  Cause:
  This message indicates that you are trying to create or save a variant with a name that already exists in the system. In SAP, a variant is a saved set of input values for a report or transaction, allowing users to execute the report with predefined parameters. Variant names must be unique within the context of the program or report.
  When you attempt to create a variant with a name that is already used, SAP prevents this to avoid confusion or overwriting existing variants.
  Cause Summary:
  
  Attempting to create a variant with a name that already exists.
  Variant names must be unique per program/report.
  The system detects the duplicate and raises the error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use a different variant name:
  
  Choose a unique name for your variant that does not already exist.
  You can check existing variants by using the "Get Variant" or "Manage Variants" options in the selection screen.
  
  
  
  Overwrite