How To Fix WT520 - Position cursor on a line that is not empty

WT520 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WT - Retail: Replenishment

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Position cursor on a line that is not empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WT520 - Position cursor on a line that is not empty ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WT520 - Position cursor on a line that is not empty
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to perform an action (such as editing, deleting, or processing) on a line in a warehouse task or transfer order that is empty or does not contain any data. Essentially, the system expects you to position the cursor on a line that has valid data (e.g., a warehouse task line with material and quantity), but the cursor is currently on a blank or empty line.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  While processing warehouse tasks (WT) in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or Warehouse Management (WM).
  When trying to confirm or change a warehouse task line.
  When attempting to delete or modify a line that has no data.
  During picking or putaway activities where the system expects a valid line selection.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Position the cursor correctly:
  Make sure the cursor is placed on a line that contains data (material, quantity, etc.)