How To Fix 0S051 - Function not possible - incorrect cursor position

0S051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0S - Messages for the SQL trace

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Function not possible - incorrect cursor position

What causes this issue?

If you want to change the option for a search condition, you must
position the cursor on the line (search condition) that should be
changed.
The cursor is on a line which does not have a search condition.

System Response

Program processing continues after the error message.

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on a line with a search condition.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

0S051 - Details

• The SAP error message 0S051: Function not possible - incorrect cursor position typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in the SAP GUI that is not valid due to the current position of the cursor or the context of the screen. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to edit a field that is not editable or when the cursor is not positioned correctly for the intended action.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The cursor is not placed in a field that allows for the intended action (e.g., trying to edit a field while the cursor is in a non-editable area).
  Field Attributes: The field you are trying to interact with may be set to display-only or may not be available for editing based on the current transaction or user permissions.
  Screen Layout: The layout of the screen may not allow for certain actions due to the way