How To Fix TA482 - Position cursor on a request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TA - Extended table maintenance (eval., Customizing, client copy)

• Message number: 482

• Message text: Position cursor on a request

What causes this issue?

You have selected a function for a request without positioning the
cursor on a request.

System Response

The function is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on a line in the list containing a request.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TA482 - Position cursor on a request ?

  The SAP error message TA482 ("Position cursor on a request") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action that requires you to select a specific request or transport in the Transport Organizer (transaction code SE09 or SE10) but have not selected one.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by not having a request highlighted or selected in the Transport Organizer. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to release a transport request without selecting it.
  You are trying to display or change a transport request without having it selected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TA482 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Transport Organizer:
  
  Go to transaction SE09 or SE10 in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Select a Request:
  
  In the list of transport requests, click on the request you want to work with to highlight it. Make sure it is selected.
  
  
  
  Perform the Action:
  
  After selecting the request, you can now perform the desired action (e.g., release, display, or change).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Organizer: This is a tool in SAP used to manage transport requests, which are used to move changes from one SAP system to another (e.g., from development to production).
  Transport Requests: These are containers for changes made in the SAP system, such as changes to programs, configurations, or other objects.
  Common Transactions:
  
  SE09: Workbench Requests
  SE10: Customizing Requests
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and manage transport requests.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to check with your SAP Basis team or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.