How To Fix WZ088 - Check the report name and the variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Check the report name and the variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ088 - Check the report name and the variant ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WZ088 - Check the report name and the variant
  
  Cause:
  The error message WZ088 typically occurs when you try to execute a report with a variant, but either:
  
  The report name specified in the variant does not exist or is incorrect.
  The variant itself is not valid for the specified report.
  The variant might be corrupted or missing.
  There is a mismatch between the report and the variant (e.g., variant created for a different report).
  
  This usually happens when running a report via transaction or program that references a variant, and SAP cannot find or validate the combination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Report Name:
  
  Verify that the report name you are trying to execute exists in the system.
  Use transaction SE38 or SA38 to check if the report can be executed standalone.
  
  
  
  Check the Variant:
  
  Go to transaction SE38 or SA38.
  Enter the report name.
  Click on Variants ? Change or Display.
  Check if the variant exists and is valid for this report.
  If the variant is missing or corrupted, recreate the variant.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Correct the Variant:
  
  If the variant is invalid, create a new variant for the report.
  Ensure the variant parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Sometimes, lack of authorization to access the report or variant can cause issues.
  Verify user authorizations for the report and variant.
  
  
  
  Check Program/Transaction Calling the Report:
  
  If the report is called from a custom program or transaction, verify that the correct report name and variant are passed.
  Debug or check the code if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the variant or report was transported from another system, ensure the transport was successful and objects are consistent.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE38 / SA38: For report execution and variant management.
  Transaction SHD0: For transaction variants, sometimes related to variant issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to WZ088 for specific patches or known issues.
  Authorization Objects: Check objects like S_PROGRAM and S_VARIANT for user access.
  
  
  Summary:
  WZ088 means SAP cannot find or validate the report and variant combination. Verify the report name, check and recreate the variant if necessary, and ensure proper authorizations and consistency between report and variant.
  
  If you provide the context in which this error occurs (e.g., during a batch job, custom program, or standard transaction), I can help with more specific guidance.