How To Fix SV620 - There are too many fields on screen &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 620

• Message text: There are too many fields on screen &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV620 - There are too many fields on screen & ?

  The SAP error message SV620 ("There are too many fields on screen") typically occurs when a user tries to display or process a screen that exceeds the maximum number of fields allowed by the SAP GUI. This can happen in various transactions or custom programs where the number of fields displayed on the screen is too high.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Fields: The primary cause of this error is that the screen being displayed has more fields than the SAP GUI can handle. Each screen in SAP has a limit on the number of fields that can be displayed simultaneously.
  Custom Development: If you are using a custom transaction or program, it may have been designed with too many fields.
  Screen Layout: The layout of the screen may not be optimized, leading to an excessive number of fields being displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce Fields: If you are a developer or have access to the screen design, consider reducing the number of fields displayed on the screen. This can involve:
  
  Removing unnecessary fields.
  Grouping related fields into tabs or sub-screens.
  Using dynamic field display based on user input or selections.
  
  
  
  Use Selection Criteria: If applicable, use selection criteria to limit the number of fields or records displayed at one time.
  
  
  Check Custom Programs: If the error occurs in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it is not trying to display too many fields at once.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue in standard transactions.
  
  
  User Training: If users are inadvertently triggering this error by trying to display too many fields, consider providing training on how to use the system more effectively.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes that may be related to the screen or program where the error occurs.
  
  By addressing the number of fields displayed and optimizing the screen layout, you can often resolve the SV620 error and improve the user experience in SAP.