How To Fix 37667 - Element(s) are outside new limits; dynpro size not changed

37667 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 667

• Message text: Element(s) are outside new limits; dynpro size not changed

What causes this issue?

You reduced the size of the screen. As a result, some elements are now
outside the screen borders.

System Response

The previous screen size remains unchanged.

How to fix this error?

Move the affected screen elements so that they will be contained within
the new screen borders, then change the screen size again.
Note: If you cannot see the affected elements (because they have the
"Invisible" attribute), use the element list to find them.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37667 - Element(s) are outside new limits; dynpro size not changed ?

  The SAP error message 37667, "Element(s) are outside new limits; dynpro size not changed," typically occurs during the modification of a screen (dynpro) in an SAP ABAP program. This error indicates that the changes you are trying to make to the screen layout (such as resizing or moving elements) are not valid because some of the elements exceed the defined limits of the screen.
  
  Cause:
  
  Element Positioning: The elements (like input fields, buttons, etc.) on the screen are positioned in such a way that they exceed the maximum allowed dimensions of the screen.
  Screen Size Limitations: The screen size defined in the SAP GUI may not accommodate the new layout you are trying to implement.
  Incorrect Coordinates: The coordinates (X, Y positions) of the elements may be set incorrectly, leading to them being placed outside the visible area of the screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Element Positions: Review the positions of all elements on the screen. Ensure that