How To Fix WUSL120 - Variant &1 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WUSL - Messages for where-used list

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Variant &1 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WUSL120 - Variant &1 deleted ?

  The SAP error message WUSL120, which states "Variant &1 deleted," typically occurs when a user tries to access a variant that has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. Variants in SAP are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The variant may have been manually deleted by a user with the appropriate permissions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the variant, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  System Cleanup: Periodic cleanup jobs or maintenance activities may have removed unused or old variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant still exists by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs) and checking the variants available for that program.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant has indeed been deleted, you can recreate it by entering the required parameters and saving it as a new variant.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This can be checked with the help of a system administrator.
  Transport Check: If the variant was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included in the transport request.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult with the SAP Basis team to check for any system-level issues or logs that might indicate why the variant is not accessible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), and SE80 (Object Navigator) can be useful for managing and checking variants.
  User Authorizations: Use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues after encountering the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to variants and their management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing variants and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.