How To Fix W7024 - Please position cursor on a selection line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W7 - Message Class for Value-Only Based Inventory Management

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Please position cursor on a selection line

What causes this issue?

You would like to perform a function for a certain object, but you
did not position the cursor on a valid object.

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on the required object.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W7024 - Please position cursor on a selection line ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W7024 - Please position cursor on a selection line
  
  Cause:
  This warning message appears when you attempt to execute an action (such as pressing a button or choosing a menu option) that requires you to first select a line item in a list or table, but no line is currently selected. The system expects the cursor to be positioned on a specific line (a selection line) to know which record or entry you want to work with.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  In selection screens or list displays where multiple entries are shown.
  When you try to perform an operation that requires a line context (e.g., change, delete, display details).
  If you click a button or menu option that acts on a selected line but no line is highlighted or the cursor is not on any line.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the cursor on a line: Click on the line you want to select before executing the action.
  Select the line explicitly: Sometimes you may need to mark a checkbox or highlight the line.
  Check the screen layout: Ensure that the list or table allows line selection and that you are interacting with the correct UI element.
  If using keyboard: Use arrow keys or other navigation keys to move the cursor to the desired line.
  If the issue persists: Verify if the program or transaction requires a different method of selection or if there is a bug in the custom code.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is a warning (W), not an error, so it does not stop the program but prevents the action from proceeding.
  Common in standard SAP transactions involving lists, such as material lists, purchase orders, or sales documents.
  In custom developments (ABAP), this message can be triggered by the function module POPUP_TO_SELECT_LINE or by explicit checks in the code.
  To avoid this message, always ensure a line is selected before pressing buttons like "Change," "Delete," or "Display."
  
  
  Example:
  In a transaction showing a list of purchase orders, if you press the "Display" button without selecting any purchase order line, SAP will show message W7024 asking you to position the cursor on a selection line.
  
  If you need help with a specific transaction or custom program where this message appears, please provide more details!