How To Fix M8136 - Position the cursor on a cost center number

M8136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Position the cursor on a cost center number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8136 - Position the cursor on a cost center number ?

  The SAP error message M8136, which states "Position the cursor on a cost center number," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action that requires a specific cost center to be selected or highlighted in the SAP interface. This error is common in transactions related to cost accounting, such as when entering or modifying cost allocations, budgets, or other financial data.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Cost Center Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a cost center in the relevant field. The system requires a valid cost center to proceed with the transaction.
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The cursor may not be positioned correctly on the cost center field or number, which is necessary for the system to recognize the input.
  Field Not Editable: The field where the cost center is supposed to be entered may not be editable or may not be in the correct mode