How To Fix EC287 - Place the cursor on the line above which you want to insert

EC287 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Place the cursor on the line above which you want to insert

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EC287 - Details

• The SAP error message EC287, which states "Place the cursor on the line above which you want to insert," typically occurs when you are trying to insert a new line in a table or list within an SAP transaction, but the cursor is not positioned correctly.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system expects the cursor to be positioned on a specific line in the table or list where you want to insert a new entry. If the cursor is not on a valid line (for example, if it is on a blank area or on a line that does not allow insertion), the system will trigger this error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly: Move your cursor to the line above where you want to insert a new entry. You can do this by clicking on the desired line with your mouse or using the keyboard arrow