How To Fix GR636 - Window width & is too small (at least & columns)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Window width & is too small (at least & columns)

What causes this issue?

A report or parallel report window must be wide enough to display the
widest column of the report together with the lead column. You must
take the following width data into account:

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

- left margin
- right margin
- lead column width
- greatest width of the data columns
However, the window width currently set is not sufficient to display
the report you have selected.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the size of your output window and change it so that the system
can display at least one data column together with the lead column.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR636 - Window width & is too small (at least & columns) ?

  The SAP error message GR636 indicates that the window width in the SAP GUI is too small to display the required number of columns for the transaction or report you are trying to access. This typically occurs when the screen resolution or the size of the SAP GUI window is not sufficient to accommodate the layout of the data being displayed.
  Cause:
  
  Screen Resolution: The resolution of your monitor may be set too low, which limits the available space for the SAP GUI.
  SAP GUI Window Size: The SAP GUI window may be resized to a smaller dimension, which does not allow enough space for the required columns.
  Column Configuration: The specific transaction or report may require more columns than can fit in the current window size.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Screen Resolution:
  
  Increase the screen resolution of your monitor. This can usually be done through the display settings on your operating system.
  For Windows, right-click on the desktop, select "Display settings," and adjust the resolution to a higher setting.
  
  
  
  Resize the SAP GUI Window:
  
  Manually resize the SAP GUI window by dragging the corners or edges to make it larger.
  Ensure that the window is maximized to utilize the full screen.
  
  
  
  Change SAP GUI Settings:
  
  In some cases, you can adjust the settings in the SAP GUI to change the layout or the number of columns displayed. This may involve customizing the layout of the report or transaction.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that you are using the latest version of the SAP GUI, as updates may include improvements or fixes related to display issues.
  
  
  
  Contact IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your IT support team or SAP administrator for assistance. They may have specific configurations or settings that can help resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding solutions to similar issues encountered by other users.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific transaction or report to understand its requirements and any potential configuration options.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GR636 error and successfully display the required data in SAP.