How To Fix R1518 - Screen &1 &2 &3: Maximum Number of Sections Exceeded (Upper Limit is &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Screen &1 &2 &3: Maximum Number of Sections Exceeded (Upper Limit is &4)

What causes this issue?

A screen can have a maximum of &V4& sections. This limit was exceeded
for screen
client &V1&
application object &V2&
screen &V3&

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

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Change the configuration for the screen so that it has a maximum of
&V4& sections.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1518 - Screen &1 &2 &3: Maximum Number of Sections Exceeded (Upper Limit is &4) ?

  The SAP error message R1518 indicates that the maximum number of sections allowed in a particular context has been exceeded. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP forms, such as Smart Forms or SAPscript, where there is a limit on the number of sections (or nodes) that can be defined.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the number of sections defined in a form exceeds the upper limit set by the system. This can happen if:
  
  You have created too many sections in a Smart Form or SAPscript.
  There are nested sections that cumulatively exceed the allowed limit.
  The design of the form is not optimized, leading to unnecessary complexity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Form Design:
  
  Open the Smart Form or SAPscript that is causing the error.
  Check the number of sections defined in the form. Look for any unnecessary sections that can be removed or consolidated.
  
  
  
  Optimize Sections:
  
  If you have nested sections, consider whether they can be simplified or combined.
  Use loops or other structures to reduce the number of sections if possible.
  
  
  
  Check for Unused Sections:
  
  Sometimes, sections may be created but not used. Remove any sections that are not needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the specific limits for sections in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Increase Limits (if applicable):
  
  In some cases, it may be possible to adjust system settings to increase the limit, but this typically requires administrative access and should be done with caution.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the form to ensure that it functions correctly and that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Smart Forms and SAPscript to understand best practices for form design.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.