How To Fix WT401 - Selection variant name already exists. Choose new name

WT401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WT - Retail: Replenishment

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Selection variant name already exists. Choose new name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WT401 - Selection variant name already exists. Choose new name ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WT401 - Selection variant name already exists. Choose new name
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to create or save a selection variant (also called a selection variant or variant) with a name that already exists in the system for the same report or transaction. SAP requires that each selection variant name be unique within the context of the program or transaction it is associated with.
  
  Explanation:
  
  A selection variant is a saved set of input values for a report or transaction, allowing users to quickly execute the report with predefined parameters.
  When saving a variant, SAP checks if the variant name already exists.
  If the name is already taken, SAP throws the WT401 error to prevent overwriting or confusion.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use a different variant name:
  Choose a unique name for your selection variant that does not already exist.
  
  
  Check existing variants:  
  
  Use transaction SE38 or the relevant report transaction.
  Click on the Variants button.
  Search for existing