How To Fix WG213 - Please place the cursor on the appropriate line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WG - Messages for store order and investment buy

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Please place the cursor on the appropriate line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WG213 - Please place the cursor on the appropriate line ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WG213: "Please place the cursor on the appropriate line":
  
  Error Message
  Message Number: WG213
  
  Message Text: Please place the cursor on the appropriate line.
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP when you are trying to perform an action (such as editing, deleting, or processing) on a list or table, but the system cannot determine which line or item you want to work on because the cursor is not positioned on any specific line.
  In other words, the system expects you to select or place the cursor on a particular line in a list or table control before executing the function, but you have not done so.
  
  When Does It Occur?
  
  When working with SAP transactions involving line item selections, such as in Goods Movements (MIGO), Purchase Orders, Delivery Processing, or Worklists.
  When trying to edit or delete a line item without selecting it first.
  When using function keys or buttons that require a line context but no line is selected.
  
  
  Solution
  
  Place the cursor on the line you want to process: Click on the specific line in the list or table before executing the action.
  Select the line explicitly: Sometimes, you may need to mark or highlight the line by clicking the checkbox or selecting the row.
  Check the screen layout: Ensure that the list or table is visible and active, and that you are not in a different screen area.
  Use navigation keys: Use arrow keys or mouse to move the cursor to the desired line.
  If using a custom program or enhancement: Verify that the code correctly handles line selection and that the user interface prompts the user to select a line.
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  This message is a standard SAP message related to user interaction with line item lists.
  It is a prompt to ensure the user explicitly selects the item to avoid ambiguity.
  If this message appears frequently or unexpectedly, it may indicate a user training issue or a need to improve the user interface design.
  In some cases, this message can be suppressed or handled programmatically in custom developments by checking if a line is selected before proceeding.
  
  
  Example Scenario
  In transaction MIGO (Goods Movement), if you try to post a goods receipt or issue without selecting a line item in the material document, SAP will show WG213 to remind you to select the line first.
  
  If you provide the specific transaction or context where you encounter this message, I can give more tailored advice.
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  No line selected or cursor not placed on a line when required.
  
  
  Solution
  Place/select the cursor on the appropriate line before proceeding.
  
  
  Related Transactions
  MIGO, ME22N, VL02N, and other line-item based transactions.
  
  
  Notes
  Ensure user training and UI clarity to avoid confusion.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with a specific transaction or custom program related to this message, feel free to ask!