How To Fix 37653 - Collision at target location (element not placed)

37653 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Collision at target location (element not placed)

What causes this issue?

You are trying to create a new element at a position where it collides
with an existing element.

System Response

The new element cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Create the element again, but choose a position and size such that
there is a gap of at least one column between it and its adjacent
elements.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37653 - Collision at target location (element not placed) ?

  The SAP error message 37653, "Collision at target location (element not placed)," typically occurs during the process of placing or moving elements in a graphical user interface, such as in SAP's screen painter or when working with certain layout tools. This error indicates that there is a conflict or overlap at the target location where you are trying to place an element, which prevents the operation from being completed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Elements: The most common cause is that there are already existing elements in the target area that overlap with the new element you are trying to place.
  Invalid Positioning: The target location may not be valid for the type of element you are trying to place, either due to restrictions in the layout or because of the current configuration of the screen.
  Screen Layout Issues: The screen layout may have been modified in a way that causes conflicts, such as changes in dimensions