How To Fix QA035 - Position the cursor before calling the function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Position the cursor before calling the function

What causes this issue?

You have selected a function intended for use on a list line.

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?

First position the cursor on a list line.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA035 - Position the cursor before calling the function ?

  The SAP error message QA035 ("Position the cursor before calling the function") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) module transactions, particularly when trying to execute a function or action that requires the cursor to be positioned correctly on a specific field or item.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The cursor is not positioned on the required field or item when attempting to execute a function (e.g., a button click or menu option).
  User Interface Navigation: The user may have navigated away from the expected input area or field, leading to the function call being invalid.
  Screen Layout Issues: Sometimes, the screen layout may not be displaying correctly, causing confusion about where the cursor should be positioned.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QA035 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly: Ensure that the cursor is placed directly on the field or item that you