How To Fix LAY111 - Position the cursor on the row that is to be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAY - Maintain Message Class: LAY

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Position the cursor on the row that is to be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAY111 - Position the cursor on the row that is to be deleted ?

  The SAP error message LAY111, which states "Position the cursor on the row that is to be deleted," typically occurs in the context of layout management or when working with certain data entry screens in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects the user to select a specific row in a table or list before attempting to delete it.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Row Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a row in the table or list that they wish to delete.
  Incorrect Focus: The cursor may not be positioned correctly on the row that the user intends to delete.
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to delete entries, although this would typically result in a different error message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select the Row: Ensure that you click on the row you want to delete. The cursor should be positioned on that