How To Fix 02100 - Unable to display line &1 position &2. Make window larger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 02 -

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Unable to display line &1 position &2. Make window larger

What causes this issue?

The position &2 of the list line &1 cannot be displayed by scrolling:
Possible reasons:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

this line is not moved when scrolling horizontally
the fixed area (leading column) on the left is concealing the desired
position
the fixed lines at the top of the window are concealing the desired
line

System Response

How to fix this error?

Make the window bigger.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 02100 - Unable to display line &1 position &2. Make window larger ?

  The SAP error message "02100 Unable to display line &1 position &2. Make window larger?" typically occurs when the content being displayed in a SAP GUI window exceeds the current size of the window. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when viewing reports, lists, or other data that requires more space than is currently available in the GUI.
  Cause:
  
  Window Size: The SAP GUI window is too small to display the entire content of the line or data being viewed.
  Data Overflow: The data being displayed has more characters or fields than can fit within the current window dimensions.
  Screen Resolution: The screen resolution or display settings may not be optimal for the SAP GUI, leading to limited space for displaying information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Resize the Window: 
  
  Manually increase the size of the SAP GUI window by dragging the corners or edges to make it larger. This should allow more content to be displayed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Layout:
  
  If applicable, adjust the layout settings in the SAP GUI to optimize the display of information. This may include changing the number of columns displayed or modifying the format of the report.
  
  
  
  Change Screen Resolution:
  
  If you are using a low screen resolution, consider increasing it to provide more space for the SAP GUI. This can be done through your operating system's display settings.
  
  
  
  Use Full-Screen Mode:
  
  Switch to full-screen mode in the SAP GUI. This can often be done by pressing the F11 key or selecting the full-screen option from the menu.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this issue. Sometimes, specific versions of the SAP GUI may have known issues that are resolved in later patches.
  
  
  
  Contact IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your IT support team or SAP administrator for further assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GUI Versions: Ensure you are using a compatible version of the SAP GUI for your system. Sometimes, older versions may have limitations that newer versions do not.
  User Settings: Check if there are any user-specific settings that might affect the display of data in the SAP GUI.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for more detailed instructions on managing display settings and troubleshooting common GUI issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and improve your experience with the SAP GUI.