How To Fix EQ116 - Please position cursor on an object in order to carry out function

EQ116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EQ - Cross-IS-U functions

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Please position cursor on an object in order to carry out function

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EQ116 - Please position cursor on an object in order to carry out function ?

  The SAP error message EQ116, which states "Please position cursor on an object in order to carry out function," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in SAP without having the cursor positioned on a valid object or item. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of equipment or maintenance management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cursor Positioning: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not clicked on or selected an object (like a piece of equipment, a maintenance order, etc.) before trying to execute a function (like displaying details, editing, or deleting).
  User Interface Navigation: Sometimes, users may navigate through the interface without properly selecting the required object, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or user permissions may restrict access to certain functions unless an object is selected.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select the Object: Ensure that you have clicked on the relevant object