How To Fix 37889 - Windowing system &1 not supported in graphical layout editor

37889 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 889

• Message text: Windowing system &1 not supported in graphical layout editor

What causes this issue?

The graphical layout editor is available for the following systems:
Windows 95/98
Windows NT
Motif (UNIX)
You tried to run the graphcal layout editor under a different windowing
system.

System Response

The system switched automatically into the alphanumeric layout editor.
This works on any platform and windowing system.

How to fix this error?

Check whether your user-specific setting for the layout editor is
correct, and change it if necessary.
To reach the settings menu from the Repository Browser, choose
"Settings->Tools..., Workbench->Screen Painter".

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37889 - Windowing system &1 not supported in graphical layout editor ?

  The SAP error message "37889 Windowing system &1 not supported in graphical layout editor" typically indicates that the graphical layout editor in SAP is unable to function properly due to an unsupported windowing system. This can occur in various SAP GUI environments, particularly when using the SAP GUI for Java or when there are compatibility issues with the operating system or the graphical interface.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Windowing System: The error suggests that the windowing system being used (indicated by &1) is not compatible with the graphical layout editor.
  SAP GUI Version: The version of SAP GUI you are using may not support the current windowing system or operating system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP GUI settings or the underlying operating system that prevent the graphical layout editor from functioning correctly.
  Java Environment: If you are using SAP GUI for Java, the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) may not be compatible or