How To Fix GC485 - Place the cursor on a valid field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 485

• Message text: Place the cursor on a valid field

What causes this issue?

You did not place the cursor on one of the following fields:
Company
Company description
Investment
Percentage difference
Value for current period
Comparison value
You could not execute the 'Sort' function.

System Response

Information

How to fix this error?

Reposition the cursor.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC485 - Place the cursor on a valid field ?

  The SAP error message GC485 ("Place the cursor on a valid field") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action or access a function in the SAP system without having the cursor positioned on a valid input field or area. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a function key, access a menu option, or trigger a specific action that requires a valid selection.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cursor Position: The most common cause is that the cursor is not positioned on a field that can accept input or where an action can be performed.
  Screen Layout: The screen layout may not be set up correctly, or the user may be trying to interact with a non-interactive area of the screen.
  Field Status: The field may be in a status that does not allow input or interaction (e.g., it may be read-only).
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary