How To Fix PU418 - Position the cursor on a transport request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Position the cursor on a transport request

What causes this issue?

You have not positioned the cursor on a transport request. This means
you cannot use the selected function.

System Response

The action is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on the required transport request and repeat the
required function.
<ZH>Note</>
You can process several functions simultaneously with the functions
<LS>Tested</>, <LS>Error corrected</> and <LS>Delete...</>. To do this,
select the requests before calling the function.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU418 - Position the cursor on a transport request ?

  The SAP error message PU418 ("Position the cursor on a transport request") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action related to transport requests in the SAP system, but the system does not recognize a valid transport request because the cursor is not positioned correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The most common cause of this error is that the cursor is not placed on a valid transport request in the transport management system (TMS) or in the relevant transaction screen.
  No Transport Request Selected: You may not have selected any transport request, or the selected item is not a transport request.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate transport requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly: Ensure that you click on a valid transport request in the list or table where transport requests are displayed. The cursor should be directly on the line of the transport request you want to work with.
  Select a Transport Request: If you are in a list view, make sure to select a transport request by clicking on it. The selected request should be highlighted.
  Check Authorizations: If you believe you are correctly positioned and still receive the error, check your user authorizations. You may need to contact your SAP administrator to ensure you have the necessary permissions to access and manipulate transport requests.
  Refresh the Screen: Sometimes, refreshing the screen or reloading the transaction can help resolve temporary glitches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): This is the component of SAP that manages the transport of changes between different systems (e.g., Development, Quality Assurance, Production).
  Transport Request Types: There are different types of transport requests (e.g., Customizing requests, Workbench requests) that may have different handling procedures.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to transport requests include:
  
  SE09: Workbench Organizer
  SE10: Transport Organizer
  STMS: Transport Management System
  
  
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists, you can search for SAP Notes related to transport requests or the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.