How To Fix SV035 - Position the cursor on a selection field to choose an entry

SV035 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Position the cursor on a selection field to choose an entry

What causes this issue?

You have double clicked a function to select it. The cursor was not
positioned on an abvailable function.

System Response

No function can be performed.

How to fix this error?

Either position the cursor on a line containing an available function
or select the function via the menu <LS>Table</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV035 - Position the cursor on a selection field to choose an entry ?

  The SAP error message SV035 ("Position the cursor on a selection field to choose an entry") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a selection or search function without having the cursor positioned correctly on a selection field. This can happen in various SAP transactions where users are expected to make selections from lists or dropdowns.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cursor Position: The most common cause of this error is that the cursor is not placed on a valid selection field when the user tries to invoke a search or selection function.
  Field Not Active: The field may not be active or available for selection, leading to the error when the user tries to interact with it.
  User Interface Issue: Sometimes, the user interface may not be responding correctly, causing the cursor to be misaligned with the expected selection fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor: Ensure that the cursor is placed directly on the selection field (input box or