How To Fix 37601 - GUI is not a GUI for Windows (continue with alphanumeric editor)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 601

• Message text: GUI is not a GUI for Windows (continue with alphanumeric editor)

What causes this issue?

The "Graphical Screen Painter" setting is active in your case. You
wanted to branch to layout processing. The graphical Screen Painter,
however, is not available. The reasons for this can be:
- You are not using any GUI for Windows.
- The system cannot find the program for the graphical Screen Painter.
- The program for the graphical Screen Painter cannot be called.
- You are using a Window system for which the graphical Screen Painter
is not supported.

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

System Response

For the duration of its session, the Screen Painter switches off the
setting "Graphical Layout Editor" and continues with the screen for the
alphanumeric Screen Painter.

How to fix this error?

You can permanently change the setting "Graphical Screen Painter" at any
time by activating or deactivating the setting through the menu path
Settings -> Graphical Screen Painter ... This change takes effect
immediately and remains for the duration of the Screen Painter session.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37601 - GUI is not a GUI for Windows (continue with alphanumeric editor) ?

  The SAP error message "37601: GUI is not a GUI for Windows (continue with alphanumeric editor)" typically occurs when there is an issue with the SAP GUI (Graphical User Interface) configuration or compatibility. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to access certain transactions or when the system is not recognizing the GUI version correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible SAP GUI Version: The version of the SAP GUI installed may not be compatible with the SAP system you are trying to access.
  Incorrect Installation: The SAP GUI might not be installed correctly, or some components may be missing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system or the client settings.
  Network Issues: Sometimes, network issues can lead to improper communication between the client and the server, causing this error.
  User Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations for the user can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check SAP GUI Version:
  
  Ensure that you are using a compatible version of the SAP GUI for the version of the SAP system you are trying to access. You can check the compatibility matrix on the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Reinstall SAP GUI:
  
  If the installation is suspected to be corrupt, uninstall the current version of SAP GUI and reinstall it. Make sure to download the latest version from the official SAP website.
  
  
  
  Update SAP GUI:
  
  If you are using an older version of the SAP GUI, consider updating to the latest version to ensure compatibility and access to new features.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the SAP GUI configuration settings. Ensure that the settings are correctly configured for your environment.
  
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting:
  
  Check your network connection and ensure that there are no issues with connectivity to the SAP server.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the transactions or functions being attempted.
  
  
  
  Use Alphanumeric Editor:
  
  If the error persists, you can continue with the alphanumeric editor as suggested in the error message. This may allow you to bypass the GUI issue temporarily.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue working with the SAP system.