How To Fix FKKORDER170 - Place cursor on request or document.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKORDER - Messages for Request

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Place cursor on request or document.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKORDER170 - Place cursor on request or document. ?

  The SAP error message FKKORDER170 typically occurs in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error message indicates that the user is trying to perform an action on a request or document that is not currently selected or highlighted in the user interface.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  No Selection: The user has not selected a specific request or document before attempting to execute an action.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a screen where the expected document or request is not available or visible.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the selected document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKKORDER170 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select the Document: Ensure that you have placed the cursor on the specific request or document you want to work with. This usually involves clicking on the row of the document in a list or table format.
  
  
  Check for Filters: If you are in a list view, make sure that there are no filters applied that might be hiding the document you are trying to select.
  
  
  Refresh the Screen: Sometimes, refreshing the screen or reloading the transaction can help in displaying the documents correctly.
  
  
  Review User Permissions: If you suspect that permissions might be an issue, check with your SAP administrator to ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the document.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in the FI-CA module that you are working with, as this can help in navigating the system more effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FKKORDER170 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are adequately trained on how to navigate the SAP interface and perform actions on documents to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKORDER170 error and continue with your work in SAP.