How To Fix TK718 - Position the cursor on an object in a request or task

TK718 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Position the cursor on an object in a request or task

What causes this issue?

The versions of an object could not be displayed as the cursor was not
positioned correctly.

System Response

The process was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on an object in the hierarchical list
(lowest hierarchy level).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK718 - Position the cursor on an object in a request or task ?

  The SAP error message TK718 ("Position the cursor on an object in a request or task") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action in the Transport Organizer (transaction code SE09 or SE10) without having selected a specific transport request or task. This error indicates that the system requires you to select an object (like a transport request or task) before proceeding with the operation you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: You have not selected any transport request or task in the Transport Organizer.
  Incorrect Navigation: You may have navigated to a screen where the system expects a selection but none is made.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TK718 error, follow these steps:
  
  Open the Transport Organizer: Go to transaction SE09 or SE10.
  Select a Transport Request or Task: 
  Look for the transport requests or tasks listed in the screen.
  Click on the desired transport request or task to highlight it.
  
  
  Perform the Desired Action: Once you