How To Fix WK311 - Position cursor in list

WK311 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Position cursor in list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WK311 - Position cursor in list ?

  SAP Error Message: WK311 - "Position cursor in list"
  
  
  Cause:
  The error message WK311 typically occurs in SAP Workflow when the system expects the user to position the cursor on a specific line or item in a list before performing an action. This usually happens in workflow tasks or when processing workflow container elements where the system needs to know which item in a list you are referring to.
  In other words, the workflow step or program requires the user to select or highlight a particular entry in a list (e.g., a list of workflow tasks, work items, or container elements) before proceeding. If the cursor is not positioned on any list entry, the system cannot determine the context and throws this message.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When you try to execute an action on a workflow list without selecting an item.
  When a workflow step requires user interaction on a list but no item is