How To Fix 37752 - Collision at target location (element not moved)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 752

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

What causes this issue?

You tried to move the element to a position in which it would collide
with another screen element.

System Response

The element remains in its old position.

How to fix this error?

Move the element so that its frame, at the new position, observes the
required minimum distance from adjacent elements. The minimum
horizontal distance is one column on either side of the element. There
is no currently no vertical minimum distance.
You may need to make room at the new position or make the element
smaller so that it fits into the available space at the target.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37752 - Collision at target location (element not moved) ?

  The SAP error message 37752, "Collision at target location (element not moved)," typically occurs during operations involving the movement or copying of elements in a data structure, such as when working with transport requests, customizing, or data migration processes. This error indicates that there is a conflict or overlap at the target location where the system is trying to move or copy an element.
  Causes:
  
  Overlapping Elements: The target location already contains an element that conflicts with the one being moved or copied. This could be due to existing entries that occupy the same space or identifier.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the transport or data movement may not be set correctly, leading to conflicts.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the integrity of the data being moved, such as missing dependencies or references.
  Concurrent Operations: Another process may be trying to access or modify the same target location simultaneously, leading to a collision.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Target Location: Review the target location to identify any existing elements that may be causing the collision. You may need to delete or modify these elements before proceeding.
  Adjust Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the transport or data movement are correct. This may involve checking the transport routes, customizing settings, or other relevant configurations.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being moved to ensure that it is complete and does not have any missing dependencies. This may involve running consistency checks or data validation tools.
  Retry Operation: If the error was caused by a temporary issue (e.g., a concurrent operation), retry the operation after ensuring that no other processes are accessing the target location.
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs for more detailed error messages or warnings that may provide additional context for the collision.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation for the specific module or process you are working with to understand the expected behavior and any prerequisites for moving or copying elements.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.