How To Fix DB817 - 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: 817

• Message text: Incorrect position/length on screen

What causes this issue?

You attempted to use the key word SELECTION-SCREEN BEGIN OF LINE or
SELECTION-SCREEN END OF LINE to define a line on the selection screen,
but one of the pushbuttons defined for this line does not fit. It was
defined by

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

SELECTION-SCREEN PUSHBUTTON &V3&
in the database INCLUDE &V4&, i.e. it was supposed to be displayed at
the position &V1& and have the length &V2&.

System Response

Unable to generate selection screen.

How to fix this error?

Correct the code.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB817 - Incorrect position/length on screen ?

  The SAP error message DB817 "Incorrect position/length on screen" typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the expected screen layout and the actual screen layout being rendered. This can happen due to various reasons, including issues with the screen definition, customizations, or inconsistencies in the SAP GUI settings.
  Causes:
  
  Screen Layout Changes: If there have been changes to the screen layout in the SAP system (e.g., modifications to the Dynpro), it may lead to this error.
  Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements that modify standard screens can cause position or length discrepancies.
  SAP GUI Version: Using an incompatible or outdated version of the SAP GUI can lead to rendering issues.
  User-Specific Settings: User-specific settings or profiles may be causing the screen to render incorrectly.
  Transport Issues: If screen changes were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the transport.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Screen Definitions: Verify the screen definitions in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80)