How To Fix FINS_FI_MPROJ330 - Please position the cursor on a manual activity or an org.unit first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_MPROJ - Mass Data Project

• Message number: 330

• Message text: Please position the cursor on a manual activity or an org.unit first

What causes this issue?

No action log is available for the current hierarchy node. Action logs,
with information about status changes<(>,<)> are only available for
manual activities and their assigned organizational units. Assigned
organizational units are, for example, company codes, ledgers<(>,<)> or
a combination of company code and ledger.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

These logs are similar to the action log with information about project
status changes.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on a node that represents a manual activity or on an
assigned organizational unit in the hierarchy. Then you can call
function again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ330 - Please position the cursor on a manual activity or an org.unit first ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ330 typically occurs in the context of project management or financial management within SAP, particularly when working with manual activities or organizational units in a project. The error message indicates that the system requires the user to first select a manual activity or an organizational unit before proceeding with the action they are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: The user has not selected any manual activity or organizational unit in the project before trying to execute a function that requires such a selection.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may be in a part of the application where the expected selection is not available or visible.
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or select certain activities or organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Manual Activity or Org Unit: Before executing the action that triggered the error, ensure that you have positioned the cursor on a valid manual activity or organizational unit. This can usually be done by navigating to the relevant section of the project and clicking on the desired item.
  
  
  Check Navigation Path: Make sure you are in the correct screen or transaction where manual activities or organizational units are displayed. If you are unsure, refer to the project structure or documentation to find the right path.
  
  
  Review User Permissions: If you believe you should have access to certain activities or units, check with your SAP administrator to ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the module you are working with. This can provide additional context or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to project management (e.g., CJ20N for Project Builder) to ensure you are using the correct tools.
  Training Resources: If you are new to SAP or the specific module, consider seeking training resources or documentation to better understand how to navigate and use the system effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in SAP.