How To Fix WK235 - Position the cursor on the new target column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WK - BPT: Messages integr. inbox

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Position the cursor on the new target column

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WK235 - Position the cursor on the new target column ?

  SAP Error Message: WK235 - "Position the cursor on the new target column"
  
  Cause:
  The error message WK235 typically occurs in SAP Workflow when you are trying to define or modify a workflow step, especially when specifying the target column for a workflow container element or when mapping data between workflow containers and task containers.
  The system expects you to position the cursor on the new target column in the workflow container or task container to correctly assign or map the data element. If the cursor is not positioned correctly, SAP cannot determine where to place the data, hence it throws this error.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  While defining or changing container element assignments in workflow steps.
  When mapping data between workflow containers and task containers.
  During workflow template editing, especially in the container assignment screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly:
  
  When you are in the container assignment screen (e.g., in the workflow builder), make sure to click or place the cursor inside the target container column (usually the right-hand side column) before you try to assign or map a source container element.
  The system requires the cursor to be on the target container element to know where to place the mapping.
  
  
  
  Check Container Elements:
  
  Verify that the target container element exists and is correctly defined.
  If the target container element is missing, create it first before mapping.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Assignment Method:
  
  Use drag-and-drop or the assignment buttons properly, ensuring the cursor is on the target field.
  
  
  
  Refresh or Restart:
  
  Sometimes, the UI might not respond correctly due to session issues. Try refreshing the screen or restarting the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This is a user interaction error rather than a system error.
  The message WK235 is a prompt to guide the user to correctly position the cursor for data mapping.
  Proper understanding of workflow container elements and their mapping is essential.
  Refer to SAP Workflow documentation or SAP Help Portal for detailed workflow container and task container handling.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Cursor not positioned on the target container column during workflow container element assignment.
  Solution: Place the cursor inside the new target column before assigning or mapping the container element.
  Related Info: Occurs during workflow container mapping in workflow template editing.
  
  
  If you need further help, please provide the exact transaction or step where the error occurs, and I can give more tailored guidance.