How To Fix SALV_EXCEPTION015 - Lists cannot be output in a container

SALV_EXCEPTION015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_EXCEPTION - Exception Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Lists cannot be output in a container

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_EXCEPTION015 - Lists cannot be output in a container ?

  The SAP error message SALV_EXCEPTION015 indicates that there is an issue with trying to output a list in a container that is not supported. This typically occurs when using the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) framework, particularly when working with the SALV (Simple ALV) classes.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incompatible Container: The output container (like a screen area or a custom control) is not suitable for displaying the ALV list.
  Incorrect Configuration: The ALV object may not be properly configured to output to the specified container.
  Missing or Incorrect Parameters: The parameters passed to the ALV display method may be incorrect or missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SALV_EXCEPTION015 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Container Type: Ensure that the container you are trying to use is compatible with the ALV output. For example, if you are using a custom container, make sure it is properly defined and initialized.
  
  
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