How To Fix LB053 - Sort rule &1 does not exist. Check strategy type &2 (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Sort rule &1 does not exist. Check strategy type &2 (&3)

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain the sort rule for a batch search strategy. The
sort rule &V1& defined in Customizing does not exist.

System Response

Sort rule &V1& must not be used.

How to fix this error?

Check the Customizing settings for strategy type &V2& in application
&V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Correct the Customizing settings for strategy type &V2& in application
&V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB053 - Sort rule &1 does not exist. Check strategy type &2 (&3) ?

  The SAP error message LB053 indicates that a sort rule specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management or logistics, particularly when dealing with strategies for stock placement or picking in warehouse management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sort Rule: The sort rule specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incorrect entry in the relevant master data.
  Incorrect Strategy Type: The strategy type mentioned in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not correspond to the sort rule being referenced.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes made to the sort rules or strategy types that have not been properly updated in all relevant areas of the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sort Rule Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for sort rules in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for warehouse management or inventory management.
  Verify if the sort rule specified in the error message exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Strategy Type:
  
  Check the strategy type mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that it is correctly configured and that it corresponds to the sort rule you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Sort Rule:
  
  If the sort rule does not exist, you can create a new sort rule using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., customizing transaction codes).
  If the sort rule exists but is not correctly set up, modify it to ensure it meets the requirements of your warehouse management processes.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data related to the warehouse, materials, and stock types to ensure that everything is consistent and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring sort rules and strategy types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), WM (Warehouse Management), and others that may be used to manage sort rules and strategy types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LB053 error and ensure that your sort rules and strategy types are correctly configured in the SAP system.