How To Fix SV504 - The dialog box start positions are invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 504

• Message text: The dialog box start positions are invalid

What causes this issue?

The Popup was called with an invalid start position.

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?

The correct start position must be specified in the calling program.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV504 - The dialog box start positions are invalid ?

  The SAP error message SV504, which states "The dialog box start positions are invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the SAP GUI or the way the dialog boxes are being rendered on the screen. This can happen due to various reasons, including incorrect settings, display resolution issues, or problems with the SAP GUI installation.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect SAP GUI Configuration: The settings for the SAP GUI may not be properly configured, leading to issues with how dialog boxes are displayed.
  Display Resolution: If the display resolution or scaling settings on your computer are not compatible with the SAP GUI, it can cause dialog boxes to appear incorrectly.
  Corrupted SAP GUI Installation: If the SAP GUI installation is corrupted or incomplete, it may lead to various display issues, including this error.
  Multiple Monitors: Using multiple monitors with different resolutions or scaling settings can sometimes lead to issues with dialog box positioning.
  
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