How To Fix W8320 - Position the cursor in column 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Position the cursor in column 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8320 - Position the cursor in column 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2' ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message W8320: "Position the cursor in column 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2'":
  
  Error Message:
  W8320
  
  Position the cursor in column 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2'
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs in SAP when you are working with condition tables, access sequences, or when defining conditions in pricing or other condition techniques (e.g., in transaction codes like V/06, V/07, or when maintaining condition records).
  The system expects you to enter or edit expressions in either the 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2' columns, which are used to define conditions or formulas. If you try to perform an operation (like inserting, deleting, or modifying a condition) without having the cursor positioned in one of these columns, the system issues this warning.
  In other words, the system requires you to explicitly select the correct field (Expression 1 or Expression 2) before making changes, to avoid ambiguity about which expression you want to edit.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When editing or creating condition formulas or access sequences.
  When trying to insert or modify a condition record or formula without selecting the correct expression column.
  When working in the condition technique maintenance screens where expressions are defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the cursor explicitly in the 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2' column before attempting to insert, delete, or modify the condition or formula.
  Make sure you are editing the correct field where the expression is expected.
  If you are unsure, click into the field 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2' to activate it, then proceed with your changes.
  This ensures the system knows exactly which expression you want to work on.
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This is a warning message (W message), so it does not stop processing but advises you to correct your input method.
  It helps prevent errors in condition formulas by ensuring that changes are made in the correct place.
  If you frequently encounter this message, review your process for editing condition formulas or access sequences to ensure you always select the correct column before editing.
  This message is part of the standard SAP condition technique user interface behavior.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  W8320: Position the cursor in column 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2'
  
  
  Cause
  Attempting to edit or modify condition expressions without selecting the correct expression column.
  
  
  Solution
  Place the cursor in 'Expression 1' or 'Expression 2' before editing or inserting expressions.
  
  
  Type
  Warning (does not stop processing)
  
  
  Context
  Condition technique, pricing, access sequences, condition formulas
  
  
  
  
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