How To Fix SP01R027 - Place the cursor on a valid line

SP01R027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SP01R - SP01 Error Messages

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Place the cursor on a valid line

What causes this issue?

The cursor was not located within the list when a function was chosen.

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?

Place the cursor on an appropriate line and activate the function.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SP01R027 - Place the cursor on a valid line ?

  The SAP error message SP01R027 "Place the cursor on a valid line" typically occurs in the context of the SAP spool request management, particularly when you are trying to perform an action on a spool request in transaction SP01 (Spool Request Management).
  
  Cause:
  This error message usually indicates that the cursor is not positioned on a valid spool request line when you attempt to execute an action (like displaying, deleting, or printing) on a spool request. This can happen if:
  
  You have not selected a specific spool request.
  The selected line does not correspond to a valid spool request.
  The spool list is empty or the cursor is placed outside the list of spool requests.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Valid Spool Request:
  
  Open transaction SP01.
  Ensure that you have a list of spool requests displayed.
  Click on a specific line that represents a valid spool request. The line should be highlighted.
  
  
  
  Check for Empty List:
  
  If the