How To Fix 37225 - Icon & is allowed only as a pushbutton icon.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 225

• Message text: Icon & is allowed only as a pushbutton icon.

What causes this issue?

You are editing a pushbutton that contains an icon and want to
reconvert the pushbutton to a text field.
Not all icons can be used everywhere on the screen. The icon currently
assigned to the pushbutton is not allowed as pushbutton of a field
text.

System Response

Conversion rejected.

How to fix this error?

If you want to reconvert the pushbutton to a field text, you must first
delete the assignment of the icon. You can do this on the "Attributes'
screen, or in the field list by overwriting the icon name with blanks
or cancelling it with '!'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37225 - Icon & is allowed only as a pushbutton icon. ?

  The SAP error message "37225: Icon & is allowed only as a pushbutton icon" typically occurs when there is an issue with the icon being used in a SAP GUI application. This error indicates that the icon specified is not appropriate for the context in which it is being used, particularly when it is expected to be a pushbutton icon.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Icon Type: The icon being used is not defined as a pushbutton icon in the SAP system. SAP has specific icons that are allowed for different UI elements, and using an icon that is not designated for pushbuttons will trigger this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the application or the icon set being used, leading to the system not recognizing the icon as valid for a pushbutton.
  Custom Development: If the application has been customized, the custom icon may not be properly defined or registered in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Icon Definition: Verify that the icon you are trying to use is indeed a pushbutton icon. You can do this by checking the SAP icon library or documentation to ensure that the icon is appropriate for pushbutton usage.
  Use Standard Icons: If you are using a custom icon, consider switching to a standard SAP icon that is known to work as a pushbutton icon.
  Update Icon Reference: If you are developing or customizing the application, ensure that the icon reference in the code is correct and points to a valid pushbutton icon.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the SAP GUI design guidelines to understand which icons are allowed for pushbuttons.
  Testing: After making changes, test the application to ensure that the error is resolved and that the icon displays correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GUI Icon Library: Familiarize yourself with the SAP GUI icon library, which provides a list of icons and their intended uses.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to icon usage in your specific version of SAP.
  Development Guidelines: If you are a developer, review the SAP development guidelines for UI elements to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a developer who has experience with SAP UI development.