How To Fix WRF_AT011 - Position the cursor in a valid line or select a line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_AT - Messages for Allocation Table RTFASH

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Position the cursor in a valid line or select a line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_AT011 - Position the cursor in a valid line or select a line ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_AT011 – "Position the cursor in a valid line or select a line"
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP when you try to perform an action (such as editing, deleting, or processing) on a list or table control without having the cursor positioned on a valid line or without selecting any line at all. The system expects the user to explicitly select or place the cursor on a specific line before proceeding with the operation.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Attempting to delete or modify an entry in a table control or ALV grid without selecting a row.
  Trying to execute a function that requires a line context, but the cursor is on a header or empty area.
  Using custom transactions or reports where line selection is mandatory for the operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly:
  
  Before executing the action, click on the line you want to work with so that the cursor is positioned on a valid entry.
  
  
  Select the Line:
  
  If the interface requires selection (e.g., checkbox or highlight), make sure to select the line explicitly.
  
  
  Check for Empty or Header Lines:
  
  Avoid placing the cursor on header rows, totals, or empty lines that are not valid for the operation.
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Educate users on the need to select or position the cursor on a valid line before performing actions.
  
  
  Technical Fix (if applicable):  
  
  If this error occurs in a custom program, the ABAP developer should ensure that the code checks for a valid line selection before proceeding.
  Use statements like IF sy-tabix IS INITIAL. or check the selected row index before processing.
  Provide user-friendly messages or disable buttons until a valid line is selected.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is common in SAP GUI screens involving table controls, ALV grids, or selection lists.
  The message ID is usually WRF (Workflow-related or custom message class).
  Similar messages include:
  
  "Select a line before proceeding"
  "No line selected"
  
  
  If the error occurs in a standard SAP transaction, it might indicate a user error or a UI issue.
  In custom developments, proper validation and error handling should be implemented to avoid this message.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WRF_AT011 means the system expects you to select or position the cursor on a valid line before performing the action. Simply click on the desired line or select it, then retry the operation. If the problem persists in custom programs, developers should add validation to ensure a line is selected before processing.