How To Fix KA185 - Position the cursor on a valid item

KA185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Position the cursor on a valid item

What causes this issue?

To select a field or a line, you must position the cursor on that field
or line.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Place the cursor on the desired field or line.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA185 - Position the cursor on a valid item ?

  The SAP error message KA185, which states "Position the cursor on a valid item," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with cost center accounting or internal orders. This error indicates that the system expects the user to select a valid line item or entry in a list or table, but the cursor is currently positioned on an invalid or non-selectable item.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection: The cursor is positioned on a line that is not a valid entry, such as a header line or an empty line.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have attempted to perform an action (like editing or deleting) without selecting a valid item.
  Display Mode: The user might be in a display mode where certain actions are not allowed on the selected item.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to interact with the selected item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Reposition the Cursor: Move the