How To Fix LB044 - The external selection specifications have been deleted in the meantime

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 044

• Message text: The external selection specifications have been deleted in the meantime

What causes this issue?

Batch determination was called with selection criteria whose origin is
not from the batch search strategy. They cannot be interpreted by the
system.

System Response

The system attempts carry out selection using selection criteria from
the batch search strategy.

How to fix this error?

Check the selection criteria of the application you called.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB044 - The external selection specifications have been deleted in the meantime ?

  The SAP error message LB044, which states "The external selection specifications have been deleted in the meantime," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics when there is an issue with the selection criteria used for processing a transaction. This error indicates that the selection criteria that were previously set have been removed or are no longer valid at the time the system attempts to execute the operation.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Changes: Another user or process may have modified or deleted the selection criteria while you were working on the transaction.
  Session Timeout: If your session has timed out or if there was a disconnection, the selection criteria may no longer be valid.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the selection criteria being invalidated.
  System Updates: If the system is undergoing updates or maintenance, it may affect the availability of certain selection criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Selection Criteria: Try to re-enter or refresh the selection criteria to ensure they are valid and up-to-date.
  Check for Concurrent Users: If you suspect that another user is making changes, coordinate with them to ensure that you are both working with the same data.
  Log Out and Log Back In: Sometimes, simply logging out of the system and logging back in can resolve session-related issues.
  Review Transaction Logs: Check the transaction logs or system messages to identify if there were any changes made to the selection criteria.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MB1A, MB1B, or during the execution of reports.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Documentation: Refer to the user documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand how selection criteria are managed and any best practices for avoiding this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LB044 error and continue with your SAP transactions.