How To Fix 37550 - Include element & in the selected area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 550

• Message text: Include element & in the selected area

What causes this issue?

You attempted to convert screen fields in the selected area to
checkboxes or radio buttons. For the specified field name, there are
two screen elements, an input/output field (template) and a text field
(key word). Of these, one lies inside and one outside the selected
area.

System Response

Conversion not executed, since the field text and the button must form
a unit as a graphical element.

How to fix this error?

Make the area larger.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37550 - Include element & in the selected area ?

  The SAP error message 37550, which states "Include element & in the selected area," typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming or when working with SAP forms (like SAPscript or Smart Forms). This error indicates that there is an issue with the structure of the data being processed, particularly with the inclusion of elements in a specific area of a form or report.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Structure Definition: The error often arises when the structure of the data being processed does not match the expected structure defined in the program or form. This can happen if an expected field or element is missing or incorrectly defined.
  Field Group Issues: If you are using field groups or includes, the error may indicate that a required field is not included in the specified area.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the data types of the fields being processed and what is expected in the form or report.
  Form Layout Issues: In Smart Forms or SAPscript, the layout may not be correctly set up to accommodate the fields being included.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Structure Definitions: Review the structure definitions in your ABAP program or form. Ensure that all required fields are included and correctly defined.
  Verify Field Groups: If you are using field groups, ensure that all necessary fields are included in the field group and that the field group is correctly referenced in the program or form.
  Adjust Form Layout: If the error occurs in a Smart Form or SAPscript, check the layout to ensure that all fields are correctly placed and that there is enough space for the fields being included.
  Data Type Consistency: Ensure that the data types of the fields being processed match the expected data types in the form or report.
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution of the program or form to identify where the error is occurring and what data is being processed at that point.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module or tool you are using (e.g., ABAP, Smart Forms, SAPscript) for guidance on structure definitions and form layouts.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.