How To Fix SC053 - Position the cursor on an object

SC053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SC - Program analysis tools

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Position the cursor on an object

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SC053 - Position the cursor on an object ?

  The SAP error message SC053, which states "Position the cursor on an object," typically occurs when the system expects the user to select or highlight a specific object or element in the SAP GUI, but the cursor is not positioned correctly. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a function, access a detail view, or perform an action on a specific item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The most common cause is that the user has not clicked on or highlighted the required object (e.g., a line item in a table, a specific field, etc.) before attempting to perform an action.
  User Interface Issues: Sometimes, the user interface may not be responsive, or there may be a lag, leading to confusion about where the cursor is positioned.
  Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the object, leading to this error message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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