How To Fix DRP_SC053 - Position the cursor on an object

DRP_SC053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRP_SC - DEV Reporting (SE28): Message Class for SE28 Tool

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Position the cursor on an object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRP_SC053 - Position the cursor on an object ?

  The SAP error message DRP_SC053, which states "Position the cursor on an object," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when the user is trying to perform an action that requires a specific object to be selected or highlighted. This error is often encountered in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of planning or reporting functions.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user has not selected or positioned the cursor on a relevant object (such as a line item, a node in a hierarchy, or a specific entry) that the system requires to proceed with the action. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to execute a function that requires a specific item to be selected.
  Attempting to view details or perform an operation without having the necessary context (i.e., the object is not highlighted).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DRP_SC053 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select the Object: Ensure that