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How To Fix G0297 - Place the cursor on the desired task (row)


G0297 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

  • Message number: 297

  • Message text: Place the cursor on the desired task (row)

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  • What causes this issue?

    To execute a task, you must position the cursor on the accompanying
    task row.
    The monitor recognizes which task you want to execute with the help of
    the position of the cursor.

    System Response

    Error message

    How to fix this error?

    Position the cursor on the task row, before start the task in the
    monitor.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


G0297 - Details

  • The SAP error message G0297, which states "Place the cursor on the desired task (row)," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in a list or table view without having selected a specific row or task. This message indicates that the system requires the user to select a particular entry before proceeding with the intended operation.
    
    Cause: No Row Selected: The most common cause is that the user has not clicked on or highlighted a specific row in the list or table. Incorrect Navigation: The user may be trying to execute a function that requires a specific context (like a selected row) but has not navigated correctly to that context. User Interface Issue: Sometimes, the user interface may not be responding as expected, leading to confusion about which row is selected.
    Solution: Select a Row: Ensure that you click on the desired row in the list or table. The row should be highlighted

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