How To Fix DBOSC023 - Error while adding SAPGUI UI element: &1 is overlapping

DBOSC023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Error while adding SAPGUI UI element: &1 is overlapping

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC023 - Error while adding SAPGUI UI element: &1 is overlapping ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC023 indicates that there is an issue with the layout of the SAP GUI (Graphical User Interface) elements in a screen or a transaction. Specifically, the error message states that a UI element is overlapping with another UI element, which can lead to display issues or functionality problems.
  
  Cause:
  The overlapping of UI elements can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Layout Configuration: The screen layout may have been configured incorrectly, leading to elements being placed in overlapping positions.
  Changes in Screen Size or Resolution: If the screen size or resolution has changed, it may cause elements that were previously aligned correctly to overlap.
  Custom Development: If there are custom screens or modifications made to standard SAP transactions, these changes may not have been implemented correctly, leading to layout issues.
  Version Compatibility: Sometimes, using an older version of SAP GUI with a newer version of the backend system can lead to display