How To Fix /SMB/SC_MAIN158 - Selection &1 - &2 is not a custom selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SC_MAIN -

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Selection &1 - &2 is not a custom selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN158 - Selection &1 - &2 is not a custom selection ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN158 Selection &1 - &2 is not a custom selection typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business One or SAP Business ByDesign systems, particularly when dealing with selection criteria in reports or queries. This error indicates that the selection criteria you are trying to use is not recognized as a custom selection, which can happen for a few reasons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Custom Selection: The selection criteria you are trying to use may not have been defined as a custom selection in the system.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters you are passing to the selection might be incorrect or not matching any existing custom selections.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the specified selection criteria.
  System Configuration: There might be a configuration issue in the system that prevents the recognition of custom selections.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Custom Selections: Verify that the selection criteria you are trying to use