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How To Fix 37187 - Define lower right corner of box by selection


37187 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

  • Message number: 187

  • Message text: Define lower right corner of box by selection

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  • What causes this issue?

    When you create a box, the position of the beginning of the group box
    text and the position of the cursor determine the opposing corners of
    the rectangular area.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Place the cursor so that the edges of the box do not overlap with other
    screen elements and then choose <LS>Select block end</>.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


37187 - Details

  • The SAP error message 37187, "Define lower right corner of box by selection," typically occurs in the context of SAP Smart Forms or SAPscript when you are trying to define a box or a rectangle in a layout but have not properly specified the coordinates for the lower right corner of the box.
    
    Cause: This error arises when: You are attempting to create a box in a Smart Form or SAPscript layout. The coordinates for the lower right corner of the box are not defined, which is necessary for the system to understand the dimensions of the box. The box is being defined using a selection method (like dragging with the mouse), but the selection is incomplete or not properly executed.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can follow these steps: Check Box Definition: Go to the Smart Form or SAPscript where the error is occurring. Locate the box that you are trying to define. Define Coordinates: Ensure that you have defined

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