37076 - Target block overlaps with loop lines

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Target block overlaps with loop lines

What causes this issue?

The cursor position to which you want move or copy the marked block
(one or more fields) was selected so that loop lines overlap.

How to fix this error?

The target block must lie either outside the loop lines or completely
within the first loop block, but not in the loop repetition lines.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37076 - Target block overlaps with loop lines ?

  The SAP error message 37076, "Target block overlaps with loop lines," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with control structures like loops and blocks. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the program's flow control, where the target block (such as a CASE or IF statement) overlaps with the lines of code that are part of a loop.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Improper Nesting: The target block is incorrectly nested within a loop, leading to ambiguity in the flow of control.
  Overlapping Control Structures: The target block's end is not clearly defined, or it overlaps with the loop's boundaries, making it unclear where the loop ends and the target block begins.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the code that lead to misinterpretation of the control structures.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Nesting: Ensure that the control structures are properly nested. Each LOOP should have a corresponding ENDLOOP, and each IF or CASE should have a corresponding ENDIF or ENDCASE.
  
  
  Review Code Structure: Look for any overlapping lines of code that might be causing the conflict. Ensure that the target block does not start or end within the loop's scope.
  
  
  Refactor Code: If necessary, refactor the code to separate the loop and the target block. This may involve moving the target block outside of the loop or restructuring the logic to avoid overlap.
  
  
  Syntax Check: Use the ABAP editor's syntax check feature to identify any syntax errors that might be contributing to the issue.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider using debugging tools to step through the code and observe the flow of control, which can help identify where the overlap occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for guidelines on control structures and best practices for nesting loops and conditional statements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and to share solutions.
  Code Review: If you are working in a team, consider having a peer review your code to catch any structural issues that you might have overlooked.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 37076 in your SAP ABAP program.