How To Fix S7206 - The cursor for the sum total determination is at an invalid position

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S7 - Runtime Analysis: Message Texts

• Message number: 206

• Message text: The cursor for the sum total determination is at an invalid position

What causes this issue?

You tried to form the total of the cumulated gross/net runtimes or
% records
However, the cursor must be in the list to do this.

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 at a position within the hit list, where the gross
and net values are displayed (not in the header line).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S7206 - The cursor for the sum total determination is at an invalid position ?

  The SAP error message S7206, "The cursor for the sum total determination is at an invalid position," typically occurs in the context of reporting or data processing within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with financial or accounting data. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a sum total or aggregate value, but the cursor (or pointer) is not positioned correctly in the data set.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the underlying data that the report or transaction is trying to access.
  Incorrect Report Configuration: The report or transaction may be incorrectly configured, leading to an invalid cursor position.
  Missing Data: Required data for the sum total calculation may be missing or not properly loaded.
  Program Errors: There could be bugs or issues in the custom ABAP programs or reports that are causing the cursor to be positioned incorrectly.
  Database Locking: If the database is locked or if there are concurrent processes that are interfering with data access, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Verify the integrity of the data being accessed. Look for any inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Review Report Configuration: Ensure that the report or transaction is configured correctly. Check the selection criteria and parameters being used.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the cursor is being positioned incorrectly. Look for any logic that may lead to an invalid cursor position.
  Re-run the Report: Sometimes, simply re-running the report or transaction can resolve temporary issues.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this may resolve known bugs.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be known issues and recommended solutions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., FBL1N, FBL3N) that could be relevant to the error.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to understand the expected behavior and any known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the S7206 error in your SAP environment.