How To Fix S1132 - Place the cursor on a hardware object

S1132 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Place the cursor on a hardware object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1132 - Place the cursor on a hardware object ?

  The SAP error message S1132, which states "Place the cursor on a hardware object," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action in the SAP system that requires you to select a specific hardware object, but the system does not recognize any selected object.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Object Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a hardware object in the SAP GUI. The system expects the user to place the cursor on a specific hardware object (like a printer, device, or other hardware-related entries) to perform the desired action.
  Incorrect Context: The action you are trying to perform may not be applicable in the current context or screen, leading to the error.
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access or interact with the hardware objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select the Hardware Object: Ensure that you have placed the cursor directly on