How To Fix BA023 - Cursor operation carried out with invalid cursor

BA023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Cursor operation carried out with invalid cursor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA023 - Cursor operation carried out with invalid cursor ?

  The SAP error message BA023, which states "Cursor operation carried out with invalid cursor," typically occurs in the context of database operations, particularly when using Open SQL or when working with database cursors in ABAP programs. This error indicates that an operation is being attempted on a cursor that is either not open, has been closed, or is otherwise invalid.
  Causes:
  
  Closed Cursor: The cursor may have been closed before the operation was attempted.
  Invalid Cursor State: The cursor might not have been properly initialized or opened before the operation.
  Multiple Operations: There may be an attempt to perform multiple operations on the same cursor without proper handling.
  Error in SQL Statement: The SQL statement that was executed may have failed, leading to an invalid cursor state.
  Transaction Management Issues: If there are issues with transaction management (e.g., COMMIT or ROLLBACK), it can lead to cursor invalidation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Cursor Initialization: Ensure that the cursor is properly initialized