How To Fix 37869 - Create a title element for the table control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 869

• Message text: Create a title element for the table control

What causes this issue?

You set the "With title" flag for the table control. You must therefore
set a valid title element in the top line of the table control.

System Response

This message to remind you to create a title element.

How to fix this error?

Confirm the message and create a new title element in the top line of
the table control (you could also move an existing element into the
table control title). A title element may be either a (static) text or
a (dynamic) output field.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37869 - Create a title element for the table control ?

  The SAP error message 37869, "Create a title element for the table control," typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming, particularly when working with table controls in screen programming (dynpro). This error indicates that a table control has been defined in the screen, but it lacks a title element, which is necessary for proper display and functionality.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the table control in the screen does not have a title defined. In SAP GUI, table controls are used to display tabular data, and they require a title to provide context to the user about the data being displayed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a title for the table control in the screen painter. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the Screen Painter: Go to the transaction code SE80 or SE41, and navigate to the screen where the table control is defined.
  
  
  Select the Table Control: Click on the table control element in the screen layout.
  
  
  Define the Title:
  
  In the properties of the table control, look for the "Title" field.
  Enter a meaningful title that describes the content of the table.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate: After entering the title, save your changes and activate the screen.
  
  
  Test the Screen: Run the program or transaction to ensure that the error is resolved and the table control displays correctly with the title.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table Control: A table control is a UI element in SAP that allows users to display and manipulate tabular data. It is commonly used in custom screens and transactions.
  Screen Painter: This is a tool in SAP that allows developers to design and modify screens in the SAP GUI.
  ABAP Development: Understanding the basics of ABAP programming and screen design is essential for troubleshooting and resolving issues related to screen elements.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider checking for any additional properties or settings related to the table control that may need to be configured. Additionally, reviewing the documentation or seeking assistance from a colleague with experience in SAP screen programming may be helpful.