How To Fix WY007 - Position the cursor on a valid line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WY - Supplier Master

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Position the cursor on a valid line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WY007 - Position the cursor on a valid line ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WY007 - Position the cursor on a valid line
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP when you try to perform an action (such as editing, deleting, or processing) on a line item or entry in a list or table, but the cursor is not positioned on a valid or selectable line. In other words, the system expects the cursor to be on a specific line that contains data or is active, but it is either on a header, footer, empty line, or an invalid area.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Attempting to edit or delete a line in a table control or ALV grid without selecting a line.
  Trying to execute a function that requires a line selection, but no line is selected.
  Cursor is on a summary or total line rather than a detail line.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the cursor on a valid line: Before performing the action, click on or navigate to a valid data line in the list or table.
  Select a line explicitly: If the interface requires selecting a line (e.g., by clicking the row or marking a checkbox), ensure you do so.
  Check for empty or invalid lines: Avoid placing the cursor on empty rows or non-editable lines.
  Use navigation keys: Sometimes using arrow keys or mouse clicks to move the cursor to a valid line helps.
  If using custom programs or transactions: Check if the program logic requires a line selection and ensure the user interface enforces or guides the user to select a line.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is common in SAP modules where line item processing is frequent, such as MM (Material Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), FI (Financial Accounting), and custom reports or transactions.
  In ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grids, the user must select a row before executing row-specific functions.
  Developers can handle this by adding checks in the code to ensure a line is selected before proceeding.
  If you encounter this error frequently in a custom transaction, consider enhancing the UI to guide users better or disable functions until a line is selected.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  WY007 means you need to place the cursor on a valid data line before performing the intended action. Simply click or navigate to a valid line in the list or table and then retry the operation.