How To Fix DB284 - The specified selection screens do not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 284

• Message text: The specified selection screens do not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB284 - The specified selection screens do not exist ?

  The SAP error message DB284, which states "The specified selection screens do not exist," typically occurs when a program or report is trying to access a selection screen that has not been defined or is not available in the system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Selection Screen Definition: The selection screen that the program is trying to call has not been defined in the ABAP program.
  Incorrect Program Name: The program name specified in the transaction or report might be incorrect, leading to an attempt to access a non-existent selection screen.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the selection screen might not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection screen, leading to the error.
  Program Deletion or Modification: The program or its selection screen may have been deleted or modified in a way that it no longer exists.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program and Selection Screen: Verify that the program name and selection screen are correct. You can do this by checking the ABAP code in the program.
  Define the Selection Screen: If the selection screen is missing, you may need to define it in the ABAP program using the SELECTION-SCREEN statement.
  Transport Request: If the program was recently transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects, including the selection screen.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the program and its selection screen.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP development environment, you can debug the program to see where it is failing and why it cannot find the selection screen.
  Consult Documentation: Check any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that might provide additional context or solutions for this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the program and its associated selection screens.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.