How To Fix MSITEM013 - Place the cursor on an item

MSITEM013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSITEM - Line Item Display with ALV, RFITEM**

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Place the cursor on an item

What causes this issue?

The function you requested refers to an account.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select an account by placing the cursor on a line item from the
account.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSITEM013 - Place the cursor on an item ?

  The SAP error message MSITEM013 ("Place the cursor on an item") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management transactions, particularly when the system expects you to select or highlight a specific item in a list or table before proceeding with an action.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the user attempts to perform an action (like editing, deleting, or viewing details) without having selected a specific item in the relevant list or table. The system requires a specific context (i.e., an item) to execute the command.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MSITEM013 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select an Item: Ensure that you have placed the cursor on a specific item in the list or table. This usually involves clicking on the row or cell of the item you want to work with.
  
  
  Check for Active Selection: Make sure that the item is highlighted or selected. Sometimes, clicking on the item may not register