How To Fix DB713 - Place the cursor on a selection line

DB713 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 713

• Message text: Place the cursor on a selection line

What causes this issue?

To edit one line of a selection, place the cursor on the appropriate
line.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

DB713 - Details

• The SAP error message DB713 ("Place the cursor on a selection line") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a function or action that requires a selection line to be highlighted or selected in a list or table, but no line is currently selected. This can happen in various SAP transactions where a list of items is displayed, and the user needs to specify which item they want to work with.
  
  Cause:
  
  The user has not selected a line in the list or table before attempting to perform an action (e.g., delete, change, display details).
  The cursor is not positioned on a valid selection line when the action is triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Line: Ensure that you place the cursor on a valid selection line in the list or table. Click on the line you want to select, and make sure it is highlighted.
  Use Keyboard Navigation: You can use the arrow keys on your