How To Fix GZ853 - Please position the cursor on a selection item!

GZ853 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GZ - Message class for FI-LC

• Message number: 853

• Message text: Please position the cursor on a selection item!

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Place the cursor onto a node of a certain year and period interval.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GZ853 - Please position the cursor on a selection item! ?

  The SAP error message GZ853 ("Please position the cursor on a selection item!") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a function or action in a selection screen or list where the cursor is not positioned on a valid selection item. This can happen in various SAP transactions, especially those involving lists or reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cursor Position: The most common cause is that the cursor is not placed on a valid line or item in the selection list or report. This can happen if the user clicks outside of the selection items or if the selection item is not highlighted.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria may not have been properly defined, leading to no valid items being available for selection.
  User Interface Issues: Sometimes, the user interface may not respond correctly due to system glitches or browser issues (if using SAP GUI for HTML).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor: Ensure that the cursor is positioned directly