How To Fix CL468 - Place the cursor on a valid line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 468

• Message text: Place the cursor on a valid line

What causes this issue?

In the "Display options" dialog box, you want to select a selectable
field. However, you have placed the cursor on a field which is not a
selectable field.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Place the cursor on a line containing a selectable field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL468 - Place the cursor on a valid line ?

  The SAP error message CL468 "Place the cursor on a valid line" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in a list or table where the cursor is not positioned on a valid entry. This can happen in various SAP transactions where lists of data are displayed, such as in reports, transaction codes, or maintenance screens.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Cursor Position: The cursor is not placed on a line that can be selected or acted upon. This could be due to:
  
  The cursor being on a header line or an empty line.
  The cursor being on a line that does not have any actionable data (e.g., a summary line).
  
  
  
  Data Display Issues: Sometimes, the data may not be fully loaded or displayed correctly, leading to the cursor being on an invalid line.
  
  
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to interact with certain lines of data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reposition the Cursor: Move the cursor to a valid line in the list or table. Ensure that you are selecting a line that contains actionable data.
  
  
  Check for Empty Lines: Ensure that you are not trying to select an empty line or a header line. Only select lines that contain actual data entries.
  
  
  Refresh the Screen: If you suspect that the data is not displaying correctly, try refreshing the screen or re-running the transaction to reload the data.
  
  
  Check User Permissions: If you believe you should have access to the data, check with your SAP administrator to ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using, as there may be additional context or requirements for that transaction.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, especially those that involve lists or tables (e.g., SE16, ME23N, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or module you are working with.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.