How To Fix KN086 - Cursor is not positioned on a report row

KN086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Cursor is not positioned on a report row

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN086 - Cursor is not positioned on a report row ?

  The SAP error message "KN086 Cursor is not positioned on a report row" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in a report or transaction where the system expects the cursor to be positioned on a specific row of data, but it is not. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cursor Positioning: The most common cause is that the cursor is not placed on a valid row of data in the report. This can happen if the user clicks outside of the data rows or if the report is not properly loaded.
  Data Refresh: If the report data has been refreshed or changed, the cursor may lose its position.
  User Interface Issues: Sometimes, the user interface may not respond correctly, leading to the cursor being in an unexpected state.
  Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or interact with