How To Fix 37781 - Collision at target location. Group not moved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 781

• Message text: Collision at target location. Group not moved

What causes this issue?

You tried to move the group to a position at which at least one of its
elements would have collided with another screen element.

System Response

The group cannot be moved - it remains at its previous position.

How to fix this error?

Move the group so that the selection frame enclosing all of its
elements maintains the minimum distance from any other elements at the
target position. The minimum distance is currently one column to the
left and right. There is no minimum vertical distance.
You may need to make extra space at the target, or move the group as a
series of smaller groups to ensure that there is enough space at the
target.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37781 - Collision at target location. Group not moved ?

  The SAP error message "37781: Collision at target location. Group not moved" typically occurs during operations involving the movement of stock or groups of items in the warehouse management system (WMS) or inventory management. This error indicates that there is a conflict or collision at the target location where the system is trying to move the stock or group of items.
  Causes:
  
  Target Location Occupied: The target storage location may already be occupied by other stock, preventing the movement of the new group.
  Storage Type Restrictions: The storage type may have restrictions that prevent certain items from being placed together.
  Incorrect Movement Type: The movement type used may not be appropriate for the operation being performed.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the warehouse management system that are causing conflicts.
  Stock Type Conflicts: Different stock types (e.g., unrestricted, quality inspection, blocked) may not be allowed to coexist in the same location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Target Location: Verify if the target location is occupied. If it is, consider moving the existing stock to a different location or consolidating stock.
  Review Storage Type Settings: Ensure that the storage type settings allow for the movement of the items you are trying to relocate.
  Use Correct Movement Type: Make sure you are using the correct movement type for the operation you are performing.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or configuration team to review and adjust the settings in the WMS.
  Clear Conflicts: If there are stock type conflicts, resolve them by moving or adjusting the stock types as needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like LT03 (Transfer Order) or LT12 (Confirm Transfer Order) to manage stock movements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for warehouse management to understand the configuration and operational guidelines better.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.