How To Fix XM262 - Variant &2 for report &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XM - XMI interface and SMAPIS messages to XMI log

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Variant &2 for report &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XM262 - Variant &2 for report &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message XM262 indicates that a specific variant for a report does not exist. This error typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report with a variant that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified in the report execution does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The user may have mistyped the variant name or used an incorrect variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Report Deletion: The variant may have been deleted by another user or during a system cleanup process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code for the report (e.g., SE38 or SA38).
  Enter the report name and click on the "Variants" button to see if the specified variant exists.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you can create a new variant by clicking on the "Create" button in the variant screen.
  If the variant exists but is not accessible, check if it is assigned to the correct user group or if it has been set to "invisible."
  
  
  
  Verify Variant Name:
  
  Ensure that the variant name is correctly spelled and matches the existing variant.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report and its variants. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system issues or logs that might indicate why the variant is not found.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), and variants can be managed through the report execution screen.
  User Roles: Check user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure proper access to reports and variants.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing report variants and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XM262 error and successfully execute the report with the desired variant.