How To Fix AQ490 - Place the cursor on an InfoSet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Place the cursor on an InfoSet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ490 - Place the cursor on an InfoSet ?

  The SAP error message AQ490, which states "Place the cursor on an InfoSet," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a query or access an InfoSet in SAP Query (transaction code SQ01) without having the cursor positioned on a valid InfoSet.
  Cause:
  
  Cursor Position: The most common cause of this error is that the cursor is not placed on a valid InfoSet in the list of InfoSets when you attempt to execute a query or perform an action related to InfoSets.
  Missing InfoSet: The InfoSet you are trying to access may not exist or may not be properly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSet or execute queries related to it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor: Ensure that you place the cursor directly on the desired InfoSet in the list before executing any actions. This is often done by clicking on the InfoSet name or using the arrow keys to navigate to it.
  Check InfoSet Existence: Verify that the InfoSet you are trying to access exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSet maintenance transaction (SQ02) and checking the list of available InfoSets.
  Review Authorizations: If you suspect that authorization might be an issue, check with your SAP security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the InfoSet and execute queries.
  Recreate or Modify InfoSet: If the InfoSet is missing or incorrectly configured, you may need to create a new InfoSet or modify the existing one to ensure it meets your requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SQ01: SAP Query - Create/Change/Display Queries
  SQ02: SAP Query - InfoSet Maintenance
  SQ03: SAP Query - User Groups
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on using SAP Query and InfoSets.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message AQ490.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.