How To Fix DB807 - Incorrect position/length on screen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 807

• Message text: Incorrect position/length on screen

What causes this issue?

The attributes of the report &V1& (logical database access routine)
contain the screen number &V2& as a model screen. This means that the
selection screen of all programs with the logical database &V4& (and
thus also the program &V3&) should be generated from the model screen
&V2& of the program &V1&, but this screen does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB807 - Incorrect position/length on screen ?

  The SAP error message DB807 "Incorrect position/length on screen" typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the expected screen layout and the actual data being processed. This can happen for various reasons, including issues with the screen definition, data inconsistencies, or problems with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Screen Layout Issues: The screen layout defined in the SAP GUI may not match the data being displayed or processed. This can happen if there have been changes to the screen definition or if the screen is not properly configured.
  Data Length Mismatch: The data being processed may exceed the expected length for a particular field, leading to display issues.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that modify standard SAP screens, they may not handle data correctly, leading to this error.
  Database Issues: Corruption or inconsistencies in the database can also lead to this error, especially if the data being retrieved does not conform