How To Fix E9089 - Position cursor on a field containing data

E9089 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E9 - General IS-U Error Messages

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Position cursor on a field containing data

What causes this issue?

You have positioned the cursor on an empty field.

System Response

The selected function can not be performed.

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on a field which contains data.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E9089 - Position cursor on a field containing data ?

  The SAP error message E9089, which states "Position cursor on a field containing data," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a specific field to be selected or highlighted, but the cursor is not positioned on a field that contains any data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to edit, delete, or view details of a record.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cursor Position: The cursor is not positioned on a field that has data. This can happen if the user clicks on an empty field or a field that does not contain any relevant information.
  Screen Layout: The screen layout may not be displaying the expected data, leading to confusion about where to click.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may be trying to access a record that does not exist or has not been properly saved.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions