How To Fix CY515 - Place the cursor on a period or select a period

CY515 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Place the cursor on a period or select a period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY515 - Place the cursor on a period or select a period ?

  The SAP error message CY515 ("Place the cursor on a period or select a period") typically occurs in the context of planning or reporting in SAP, particularly when working with the SAP Controlling (CO) module or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC). This error indicates that the system requires you to specify a time period (such as a month, quarter, or year) for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Period Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a specific period in the planning or reporting screen.
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The cursor may not be positioned on a valid period field, which is necessary for the system to understand which period you are referring to.
  Missing Data: In some cases, the data for the selected period may not be available, leading to confusion in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Period: Ensure that you have selected a