How To Fix SB320 - Position the cursor on a request or task

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Position the cursor on a request or task

What causes this issue?

You chose <LS>Copy object list</>. However, the SAP System does not
know which object list to copy.

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 on a request or task in the corrective measure
whose objects you want to copy to the request in the local SAP System.
The SAP System then copies the chosen object list to the request in the
local SAP System, and locks the objects for this request. However, no
object changes are copied.

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 SB320 - Position the cursor on a request or task ?

  The SAP error message SB320 ("Position the cursor on a request or task") typically occurs in the context of transport management within the SAP system. This message indicates that the user is trying to perform an action (such as displaying details, releasing, or deleting a transport request) without having the cursor positioned on a valid transport request or task in the transport organizer.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the user not selecting a specific transport request or task in the Transport Organizer (transaction code SE09 or SE10). The system requires that the cursor be positioned on a valid entry to perform the desired action.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Transport Organizer: Go to transaction SE09 or SE10 in your SAP system.
  
  
  Locate the Transport Request/Task: Browse through the list of transport requests and tasks available in the system.
  
  
  Position the Cursor: Click on the specific transport request or task that you want to work with. Ensure that the cursor is positioned on the correct entry.
  
  
  Perform the Action: Once the cursor is correctly positioned, you can proceed with the action you intended to perform (e.g., display, release, delete).
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Organizer: The Transport Organizer is a tool in SAP that allows users to manage transport requests and tasks, which are used to move changes between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to production).
  Transport Requests: These are containers for changes made in the SAP system, such as configuration changes, custom developments, or other modifications.
  Tasks: Each transport request can contain multiple tasks, which represent individual changes or objects that are part of the transport.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on transport requests and consult your SAP Basis team for further assistance.