How To Fix 37106 - Position the cursor on a valid field name field


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

  • Message number: 106

  • Message text: Position the cursor on a valid field name field

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  • What causes this issue?

    When editing the attributes of a table control, you chose the
    <LS>Attributes</> function.
    However, the cursor is not on a field for which field attributes can be
    displayed or edited.

    System Response

    The system can only execute the function if the cursor is on the field
    name field for the title or the line selection column of the table
    controls, and the title and/or line selection field already exist(s) or
    can be created.
    If you are in change mode, the title field and/or the line selection
    field can only be created if the attribute "With title" and/or "With
    selection column" is (are) set und the appropriate field name field is
    consequently ready for input.

    How to fix this error?

    Place the cursor on a valid field or set the attribute accordingly,
    choose <LS>Refresh</> and then repeat <LS>Attributes</>.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37106 - Position the cursor on a valid field name field ?
    The SAP error message "37106: Position the cursor on a valid field name field" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in the SAP system that requires a valid field name to be selected or highlighted, but the cursor is not positioned correctly on a valid field.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Cursor Position: The most common cause is that the cursor is not placed on a valid field name in the screen or transaction you are working with. Field Not Editable: The field you are trying to interact with may not be editable or may not be a valid field for the action you are trying to perform. Screen Layout Issues: Sometimes, the screen layout may not be displaying correctly, leading to confusion about where to position the cursor. Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields, which can lead to this error.
    Solution: Position the Cursor

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