How To Fix CL501 - Place the cursor on a valid line

CL501 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Place the cursor on a valid line

What causes this issue?

The cursor is on a line which does not contain a valid entry.

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 valid entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL501 - Place the cursor on a valid line ?

  The SAP error message CL501 "Place the cursor on a valid line" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action (such as editing, deleting, or processing) on a line in a table or list that is not currently selected or is invalid. This can happen in various SAP transactions or reports where a list of items is displayed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection: The cursor is not positioned on a valid line item in the list or table. This could be due to the user clicking outside of the valid rows or on a header line.
  Empty or Inactive Rows: The row may be empty or inactive, meaning it cannot be processed.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform actions on certain lines.
  System State: The system may be in a state where it cannot process the current selection due to a previous error or incomplete action.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Correct Cursor Position: Ensure