How To Fix M3701 - Different GUI statuses exist for the initial screen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Different GUI statuses exist for the initial screen

What causes this issue?

After entering data on the initial screen, the current screen sequence
configuration in Customizing has resulted in the system determining a
different GUI status for the initial screen than at the start.

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?

Please correct the configuration in Customizing so that this can no
longer occur.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3701 - Different GUI statuses exist for the initial screen ?

  The SAP error message M3701, which states "Different GUI statuses exist for the initial screen," typically occurs when there are inconsistencies in the GUI status of the initial screen of a transaction. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Multiple GUI Statuses: The transaction might have multiple GUI statuses defined, and the system is unable to determine which one to use for the initial screen.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the transaction, they might lead to conflicts in the GUI status.
  User-Specific Settings: Sometimes, user-specific settings or profiles can cause discrepancies in how the GUI status is applied.
  Transport Issues: If the GUI status was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might be inconsistencies in the transport.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check GUI Status: Verify the GUI status assigned to the transaction. You can do this by using transaction SE80 or SE41 to check the GUI status definitions.
  Consistency Check: Ensure that the GUI status is consistent across all relevant screens and that there are no duplicates or conflicts.
  Clear User Settings: If the issue is user-specific, try clearing the user settings or profiles. You can do this by going to transaction SU01 and resetting the user parameters.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the transaction to see where the inconsistency arises.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE41 (Menu Painter), SU01 (User Maintenance).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it is affecting multiple users or critical business processes.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific transaction to understand its expected behavior and any known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M3701 error in SAP.