How To Fix 37527 - Graphical Layout Editor not available. Continue with alphanumeric editor.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 527

• Message text: Graphical Layout Editor not available. Continue with alphanumeric editor.

What causes this issue?

You tried to start the layout editor and the "Grapical Screen Painter"
option is set in your Workbench settings. However, the graphical layout
editor is not available. Possible reasons include:
- You have insufficient memory resources on your frontend to start the
graphical layout editor process.
- The system was unable to find the Graphical Screen Painter program.
- The system was unable to execute the Graphical Screen Painter
program.
- Your frontend operating system does not support the graphical layout
editor. It is supported on the following platforms
Windows NT
Windows 95
Windows 98 and subsequent releases
- You do not use any GUI for Windows.
For an overview of all presently known causes and for tips on how to
remove them, see Note 204910.

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

System Response

The Screen Painter automatically ignores the "Graphical Screen Painter"
setting and opens the alphanumeric layout editor.

How to fix this error?

You can change the "Graphical layout editorr" setting permanently by
choosing Settings -> Graphical layout editor and activating or
deactivating the graphical layout editor option. Any changes take effect
the next time a new screen is displayed, and are retained indefinitely.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37527 - Graphical Layout Editor not available. Continue with alphanumeric editor. ?

  The SAP error message "37527: Graphical Layout Editor not available. Continue with alphanumeric editor." typically occurs when the system is unable to access the graphical layout editor for certain functionalities, such as when working with SAPscript or Smart Forms. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing GUI Components: The graphical layout editor may not be installed or properly configured in your SAP GUI.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may not be configured to support the graphical layout editor.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the graphical layout editor.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP system or the client environment that prevent the graphical editor from launching.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check SAP GUI Installation:
  
  Ensure that the SAP GUI is properly installed and updated to the latest version. Sometimes, older versions may not support certain features.
  
  
  
  Verify System Configuration:
  
  Check with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is configured to support the graphical layout editor. This may involve checking system parameters or settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the graphical layout editor. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Use Alphanumeric Editor:
  
  If the graphical layout editor is not available, you can continue using the alphanumeric editor. While it may not provide the same visual capabilities, it can still be used to create and modify forms.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any technical issues in the SAP system. This may involve looking at system logs or consulting with the SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPscript and Smart Forms: Understanding the differences between SAPscript and Smart Forms can help in determining the best approach for form design.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on using the graphical layout editor and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.