How To Fix WK309 - Position cursor on a folder

WK309 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Position cursor on a folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WK309 - Position cursor on a folder ?

  SAP Error Message: WK309 - "Position cursor on a folder"
  
  
  Cause:
  The error message WK309 typically occurs in SAP Workflow when you try to perform an action that requires the cursor (or selection) to be positioned on a folder in the workflow container or task list, but the cursor is currently not on a folder. This usually happens in the Workflow Builder or when managing workflow tasks, where certain operations are only valid if a folder (which groups workflow objects or tasks) is selected.
  In other words, the system expects you to select or highlight a folder node before proceeding, but you have either selected an individual item, an object that is not a folder, or nothing at all.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  While working in the SAP Workflow Builder (transaction SWDD).
  When trying to perform operations like creating, deleting, or modifying workflow folders.
  When managing workflow tasks or container elements that are organized in folders.
  When using