How To Fix AQV494 - Place the cursor on a parameter

AQV494 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 494

• Message text: Place the cursor on a parameter

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AQV494 - Details

• The SAP error message AQV494, which states "Place the cursor on a parameter," typically occurs in the context of using the SAP Query or SAP Query-related transactions. This error indicates that the system expects you to select or highlight a specific parameter or field before proceeding with an action, such as executing a query or modifying a report.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Selection: The user may not have selected a parameter or field that is required for the operation they are trying to perform.
  Focus Issue: The cursor is not positioned on a valid parameter or field that the system recognizes.
  User Interface Navigation: The user may have navigated incorrectly within the SAP GUI, leading to a situation where the system cannot determine the context of the action.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor: Ensure that you place the cursor directly on the parameter or field that you want to work with. This could involve clicking on the field or