How To Fix 1X108 - Position cursor on a node

1X108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Position cursor on a node

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1X108 - Details

• The SAP error message "1X108 Position cursor on a node" typically occurs in the context of SAP GUI when a user is trying to perform an action that requires the cursor to be positioned on a specific node in a hierarchical structure, such as a tree or a list.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The most common cause of this error is that the user is attempting to execute a function or action without having the cursor positioned on the appropriate node or entry in the hierarchy.
  User Interface Navigation: Users may not be familiar with the navigation required to select the correct node, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or the specific transaction being used may require certain nodes to be selected before proceeding.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly: Ensure that you have clicked on the correct node or entry in the hierarchical structure before attempting to perform the action.