How To Fix QE168 - Position the cursor on a valid table line


QE168 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: QE - RM-QSS Fehlertexte zur Ergebniserfassung

  • Message number: 168

  • Message text: Position the cursor on a valid table line

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have not placed the cursor on a table entry, or you have executed a
    function for a table line that cannot be supported.

    System Response

    The system determines the table entry for a characteristic, sample,
    single unit, or class on the basis of a selected entry, or if you did
    not select an entry, on the basis of the cursor position.

    How to fix this error?

    Select the entry you want to process, provided this function is
    available on the current screen, or place the cursor on a valid table
    entry.
    &NOTE&
    For example, you can only record an inspection description for a single
    result if a single result has already been confirmed.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


Smart SAP Assistant

  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QE168 - Position the cursor on a valid table line ?
    The SAP error message QE168 "Position the cursor on a valid table line" typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action that requires a selection or focus on a specific line in a table or list, but the cursor is not positioned on a valid entry. This can happen in various SAP transactions, especially those involving lists or tables, such as in the Quality Management (QM) module.
    
    Cause: Cursor Position: The most common cause is that the cursor is not positioned on a valid row in the table. This can happen if you click outside the table or if the table is empty. No Selection: You may not have selected any line in the table before trying to execute an action that requires a selection. Table State: The table might not have any entries, or the entries may not be valid for the action you are trying to perform.
    Solution: Position the Cursor: Ensure

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