How To Fix WS_TOOL402 - Variant: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Variant: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL402 - Variant: & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS_TOOL402 Variant: &
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  The error message WS_TOOL402 typically occurs in SAP when there is an issue related to a variant used in a report, transaction, or tool. The placeholder & in the message is replaced by the name of the variant causing the problem.
  Common causes include:
  
  The variant specified does not exist.
  The variant is corrupted or incomplete.
  The variant is not valid for the current user or context.
  The variant is missing mandatory selection criteria.
  The variant was created in a different system or client and is not available in the current environment.
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the WS_TOOL402 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction or report where the variant is used.
  Use the variant selection screen to check if the variant name exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new variant or select an existing valid one.
  
  
  
  Verify Variant Validity:
  
  Use transaction SE38 or SA38 to run the report.
  Click on "Variants" and then "Change" or "Display" to inspect the variant.
  Check if all mandatory fields are filled and the variant is not corrupted.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant is corrupted or incomplete, recreate it.
  Save the variant with a new name and test if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to use the variant.
  Sometimes variants are client-specific or user-specific.
  
  
  
  Transport and Client Issues:
  
  If the variant was transported from another system, verify that it was imported correctly.
  Check if the variant is client-dependent and exists in the current client.
  
  
  
  Debugging (if necessary):
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, debugging the program/report where the variant is used may help identify the exact cause.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  Variants in SAP: Variants are used to save default values for selection screens to simplify repetitive report executions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE38 / SA38 — Execute ABAP reports and manage variants.
  SE93 — Check transaction codes if the error occurs during transaction start.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Service Marketplace or SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to WS_TOOL402 for specific program or module-related fixes.
  User Roles: Sometimes variants are restricted by user roles or authorizations; verify with your security team.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WS_TOOL402 Variant: & (variant name)
  
  
  Cause
  Variant missing, invalid, corrupted, or unauthorized
  
  
  Solution
  Verify existence, validity, recreate variant, check authorizations
  
  
  Tools
  SE38, SA38, variant management screens
  
  
  Notes
  Check SAP Notes for program-specific issues
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (transaction, report, or program where the error occurs), I can help with more tailored advice.