How To Fix PO128 - Place the cursor on a valid line

PO128 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Place the cursor on a valid line

What causes this issue?

The cursor was not positioned in the list when a function was selected.

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?

Position the cursor on the corresponding line, then call the function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

PO128 - Details

• The SAP error message "PO128: Place the cursor on a valid line" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in a Purchase Order (PO) or related document but the system does not recognize the line item as valid. This can happen for several reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Line Selection: The cursor is not positioned on a valid line item in the PO. This can happen if the user clicks on a blank line or a header line instead of a specific item.
  Line Item Deletion: The line item may have been deleted or is no longer available in the document.
  Display Mode: The user might be in a display mode where editing or certain actions are not allowed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform actions on the selected line item.
  Document Status: The document may be in