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Message type: E = Error
Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)
Message number: 162
Message text: Please place the cursor on a selection version
You wish to display a selection log. The cursor, however, is not at
present positioned on a selection version. The system cannot therefore
display a log.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Please position the cursor on a selection version.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
M5162
- Please place the cursor on a selection version ?The SAP error message M5162, which states "Please place the cursor on a selection version," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material requirements planning (MRP) when the system expects the user to select a specific version of a selection variant but none is selected.
Cause:
The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
- No Selection Version Selected: The user has not selected a specific selection version in the relevant screen or transaction.
- Incorrect Cursor Position: The cursor is not positioned on a valid selection version when the action is attempted.
- User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or view the selection versions.
Solution:
To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
Select a Version:
- Navigate to the relevant screen where the error occurred.
- Look for a list of selection versions or variants.
- Place the cursor on a valid selection version that you want to use.
Check Cursor Position:
- Ensure that your cursor is correctly positioned on the selection version field before executing the action that triggered the error.
Review Authorizations:
- If you suspect that authorization might be an issue, check with your SAP security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the selection versions.
Consult Documentation:
- If you are unsure about how to select a version, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are using.
Contact Support:
- If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M5162 error and continue with your SAP tasks.
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