How To Fix 37151 - Number of columns must be between number 'filled' and maximum & only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Number of columns must be between number 'filled' and maximum & only

What causes this issue?

The number of columns to be maintained cannot be smaller than the
number of columns in the screen.

How to fix this error?

If you actually want the screen to be smaller, delete lines in the
layout editor. The maximum number of columns is currently set at &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37151 - Number of columns must be between number 'filled' and maximum & only ?

  The SAP error message 37151, which states "Number of columns must be between number 'filled' and maximum & only," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with data modeling, especially when defining InfoObjects, DataStore Objects (DSOs), or InfoProviders.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is a mismatch between the number of columns defined in a data structure and the expected number of columns based on the configuration or the data being processed. Specifically, it indicates that the number of columns being used in a particular operation (like loading data or defining a structure) is either less than the minimum required or exceeds the maximum allowed.
  Possible Reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Structure Definition: The data structure (like a DSO or InfoCube) may not be defined correctly, leading to an incorrect number of columns.
  Data Load Issues: When loading data, the source data may not match the expected structure,