How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER642 - Invalid cursor position

COM_PME_PARSER642 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Invalid cursor position

What causes this issue?

The selected function is not permitted for the selected object.

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?

Select a valid object.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

COM_PME_PARSER642 - Details

• The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER642: Invalid cursor position typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Objects or related applications when there is an issue with the parsing of a query or report. This error indicates that the system is unable to correctly interpret the position of the cursor in the query or report definition, which can lead to issues in executing or rendering the report.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Report: The report or query may be corrupted, leading to an invalid cursor position.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the SQL or query language used in the report.
  Changes in Data Source: If the underlying data source has changed (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed), it can lead to issues with the cursor position.
  Version Compatibility: The report may have been created in a different version of the software, leading to compatibility issues.
  Improper Editing: Manual edits to the report or query that do not