How To Fix M3700 - Screen sequence number could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 700

• Message text: Screen sequence number could not be determined

What causes this issue?

The system has tried to determine a screen sequence for the material
master dialog. However, none could be found.
Note
The screen sequence is determined in accordance with the transaction,
user, material type, and industry sector.

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?

Check the settings for determining the screen sequence. You do this in
Customizing for the <LS>Material Master</> in
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMT3>Configure customized material master</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3700 - Screen sequence number could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message M3700, which states "Screen sequence number could not be determined," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or related modules when the system is unable to find the appropriate screen sequence for a transaction or process. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing entries in the database, or problems with the user interface.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The screen sequence for a particular transaction may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom screens or enhancements, they may not be properly defined or linked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain screens or transactions.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, some objects may not have been transported correctly.
  Database Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the database tables that define screen sequences.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and ensure that the screen sequences are correctly defined for the transaction in question.
  Verify that the necessary entries exist in the relevant tables (e.g., T160, T161) that control screen sequences.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: 
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly references the screen sequences and that all necessary components are included.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has access to the required transactions and screens.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency: 
  
  Run consistency checks on the database to identify any missing or inconsistent entries that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the transaction to identify where the screen sequence determination is failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to screen configuration, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) and SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.