How To Fix SV625 - Screen &1: fixed columns in table control too wide.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 625

• Message text: Screen &1: fixed columns in table control too wide.

What causes this issue?

The fixed Table Control columns in screen &V1& take up too much space.

System Response

All key fields may not be visible, and the function field area is too
narrow.

How to fix this error?

Check whether all Table Control key fields are visible and whether the
user can reach the function fields. Shorten the output length of some
fields and put them in the rollbar.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV625 - Screen &1: fixed columns in table control too wide. ?

  The SAP error message SV625, which states "Screen &1: fixed columns in table control too wide," typically occurs when the defined width of the fixed columns in a table control exceeds the maximum allowable width for the screen or the area where the table control is displayed. This can happen in custom screens or transactions where the layout has been modified or when the screen is not properly designed to accommodate the specified widths.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Width Definition: The total width of the fixed columns in the table control exceeds the screen's width or the defined area for the table control.
  Screen Size Limitations: The screen or area where the table control is displayed has a maximum width limit, and the sum of the widths of the fixed columns surpasses this limit.
  Incorrect Layout Configuration: The layout of the screen may not have been configured correctly, leading to an overflow of the defined widths.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Column Widths: Review the widths of the fixed columns in the table control and reduce them so that their total width does not exceed the maximum allowable width for the screen.
  
  You can do this by going to the screen painter (SE80 or SE41) and adjusting the properties of the table control.
  
  
  
  Modify Screen Layout: If possible, consider modifying the layout of the screen to provide more space for the table control. This may involve resizing other elements on the screen or changing the overall design.
  
  
  Use Scrollable Table Control: If the fixed columns are necessary and cannot be reduced, consider using a scrollable table control instead of a fixed one. This allows users to scroll horizontally to view additional columns without exceeding the screen width.
  
  
  Check for Overlapping Elements: Ensure that there are no overlapping elements on the screen that could be causing the width to exceed the limit.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the screen to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the layout is user-friendly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE41 (Menu Painter) to access and modify the screen layout.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to screen control and layout management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on screen design and table controls for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SV625 error and ensure that your table control is displayed correctly within the SAP environment.