How to fix SAP error SFB501?

What causes this issue? You have attempted to execute an operation for a formula; however, the cursor was not positioned on a symbol within the formula window. The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved. System Response The system could not perform the operation. How to fix this error? Position the cursor on a formula symbol within the formula window and execute the operation once again. Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

How To Fix SFB501 - Position the cursor correctly

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SAP Error Message - Details

Message type: E = Error
Message class: SFB - Messages for Formula Builder
Message number: 501
Message text: Position the cursor correctly
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What causes this issue?
You have attempted to execute an operation for a formula; however, the
cursor was not positioned on a symbol within the formula window.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
System Response
The system could not perform the operation.
How to fix this error?
Position the cursor on a formula symbol within the formula window and
execute the operation once again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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