How To Fix DB819 - 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: 819

• Message text: Incorrect position/length on screen

What causes this issue?

You attempted to use the statements SELECTION-SCREEN BEGIN OF LINE and
SELECTION-SCREEN END OF LINE to define a line of the selection screen,
but one of the comments specified for the line is too long. This
comment was defined by the code

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

SELECTION-SCREEN COMMENT &V3&
in the database INCLUDE &V4&. The comment was meant to be displayed at
position &V1& with a length of &V2&, but the comment then does not fit
in the current selection screen line (which may be in a box).

System Response

Unable to generate the 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 DB819 - Incorrect position/length on screen ?

  The SAP error message DB819 "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 due to various reasons, such as changes in the screen layout, incorrect field definitions, or issues with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Screen Layout Changes: If the screen layout has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed), it may not match the data structure expected by the program.
  Field Length Mismatch: The length of the data being processed may exceed the defined length for the corresponding field on the screen.
  Custom Development: If there are custom screens or modifications in the program, they may not be aligned with the standard SAP data structures.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies in the screen definitions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Screen Layout: Review the screen layout in the Screen Painter (SE80) or the transaction code used to identify any discrepancies in field definitions.
  Field Length Verification: Ensure that the data being input or processed does not exceed the defined lengths for the fields on the screen.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to trace the program execution and identify where the error occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact field or data causing the issue.
  Transport Consistency: Verify that all necessary transports have been correctly applied and that there are no missing components in the target system.
  Recreate the Screen: If the issue persists, consider recreating the screen or restoring it to a previous version if possible.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Program).
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for any updates or changes related to the specific module or transaction where the error occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DB819 error in your SAP system.