How To Fix M5162 - Please place the cursor on a selection version

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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

What causes this issue?

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.

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?

Please position the cursor on a selection version.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 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:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transactions related to MRP, inventory management, or reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly use selection versions in the relevant transactions to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M5162 error and continue with your SAP tasks.