How To Fix 37048 - ABAP Dictionary type & is not allowed for dynpro element &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 048

• Message text: ABAP Dictionary type & is not allowed for dynpro element &

What causes this issue?

The format of the ABAP Dictionary field is only for use within the ABAP
program and cannot be used in the Screen Painter.

How to fix this error?

The field cannot be used in screens. If you want to output the
information in the field or assign a value to the field from the
screen, you must use an intermediate field with an appropriate format.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37048 - ABAP Dictionary type & is not allowed for dynpro element & ?

  The SAP error message 37048 indicates that there is an issue with the data type used for a dynpro (dynamic program) element in an ABAP program. Specifically, the error message states that the ABAP Dictionary type specified is not allowed for the dynpro element.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Data Type: The data type defined in the ABAP Dictionary for the dynpro element is not compatible with the expected types for screen elements. For example, certain complex types or structures may not be allowed.
  
  
  Field Type Mismatch: The field type defined in the screen (dynpro) does not match the type defined in the ABAP Dictionary. For instance, if a field is defined as a structure in the ABAP Dictionary, it cannot be directly used as a screen element.
  
  
  Unsupported Data Types: Some data types, such as internal tables or certain complex structures, cannot be used directly as screen elements.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Type: Review the data type of the field in the ABAP Dictionary. Ensure that it is a simple type (like CHAR, NUMC, DATS, TIMS, etc.) that is compatible with screen elements.
  
  
  Modify the Screen Element: If the data type is not compatible, you may need to change the data type of the screen element to a compatible type. This can be done in the Screen Painter (SE80 or SE41).
  
  
  Use a Compatible Structure: If you need to use a structure, ensure that it is a flat structure with simple types. You may need to create a new structure that meets the requirements.
  
  
  Check Field Attributes: Ensure that the field attributes (like length, decimals, etc.) are correctly defined and compatible with the screen element.
  
  
  Re-activate the Screen: After making changes, make sure to activate the screen and the associated program to reflect the changes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE41 (Menu Painter) to check and modify the data types and screen elements.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the ABAP documentation for more details on data types and screen programming.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the debugger to trace the program execution and identify where the incompatible type is being used.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 37048 and ensure that your dynpro elements are correctly defined.