How To Fix ENHANCEMENT118 - Place the cursor on a dynpro area

ENHANCEMENT118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ENHANCEMENT - SAP customer enhancement project messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Place the cursor on a dynpro area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ENHANCEMENT118 - Place the cursor on a dynpro area ?

  The SAP error message "ENHANCEMENT118 Place the cursor on a dynpro area" typically occurs when you are trying to access or modify a screen (dynpro) in the SAP system, but the system requires you to position the cursor on a specific area of the screen to proceed with the enhancement or modification.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The error usually indicates that the cursor is not placed on a valid area of the dynpro (dynamic program) where enhancements can be made.
  Enhancement Point: The enhancement point you are trying to access may require you to be in a specific context or area of the screen to make changes.
  Screen Configuration: The screen might not be configured correctly, or you might be in a mode that does not allow for enhancements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly: Move your cursor to the appropriate area of the dynpro where you want to make the enhancement. This could be a field,