How To Fix UCS0160 - Place the cursor on a single task

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Place the cursor on a single task

What causes this issue?

The function called is supported for single tasks only. However, the
cursor is currently not located on a single task.

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 a single task and call up the function again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0160 - Place the cursor on a single task ?

  The SAP error message UCS0160, which states "Place the cursor on a single task," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user is trying to perform an action that requires a specific task to be selected or highlighted. This error is often encountered in transaction codes related to workflow or task management.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the user attempting to execute a function or action that requires a single task to be selected in the list or table, but either:
  
  No task is selected.
  Multiple tasks are selected.
  The cursor is not positioned correctly on a task.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCS0160 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Single Task: Ensure that you have clicked on or highlighted a single task in the list. You can do this by clicking directly on the row of the task you want to work with.
  
  
  Check for Multiple Selections: If you have multiple tasks selected, deselect