How To Fix LMBP053 - First cancel reported differences

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LMBP -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: First cancel reported differences

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LMBP053 - First cancel reported differences ?

  The SAP error message LMBP053 typically occurs in the context of inventory management and is related to the handling of stock differences in the system. The message indicates that there are reported differences that need to be canceled before proceeding with further actions, such as posting a new difference or making adjustments.
  Cause:
  The error arises when there are existing stock differences that have been reported but not yet canceled or processed. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  A stock difference was recorded but not yet cleared.
  An attempt to post a new stock difference while there are pending differences that need to be addressed.
  The system requires that all previous differences be resolved before allowing new entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LMBP053 error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Differences:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., MB51 for material documents or LI21 for inventory differences) to review any existing stock differences that have been reported.
  
  
  
  Cancel Reported Differences:
  
  If you find any reported differences that are still open, you will need to cancel them. This can typically be done using the transaction code LI22 (for canceling inventory differences).
  Select the relevant difference document and proceed to cancel it.
  
  
  
  Post New Differences:
  
  Once all reported differences have been canceled, you can attempt to post new stock differences again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to inventory management and stock differences to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  LI21: Display Inventory Differences
  LI22: Cancel Inventory Differences
  MB51: Material Document List
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on inventory management and handling stock differences.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and cancel stock differences in the system.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LMBP053 error and continue with your inventory management tasks in SAP.