Adding Icons to Report Selection Screen

Enhancing the user experience of your SAP selection screens can significantly improve the usability and aesthetics of your applications. One effective way to achieve this is by incorporating icons into your selection screen elements without the need for additional coding. This approach not only makes the interface more intuitive but also enhances the overall presentation of your reports.

Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Icons:

1. Access the Icon Repository:
   • Navigate to transaction code SE16N in your SAP system.
   • Enter the table name ICON to view the repository of available icons.
2. Search for Relevant Icons:
   • Utilize the search functionality within the ICON table to find icons that correspond to your selection screen elements.
   • For instance, if you’re looking for an icon representing a manager, search using the keyword “Manager.”
3. Copy the Desired Icon:
   • Once you’ve identified the appropriate icon, copy the content from the ID column.
   • Paste this content into a text editor like Notepad to ensure it’s correctly formatted.
4. Integrate the Icon into Your Selection Text:
   • In your ABAP report, navigate to the selection texts.
   • Paste the copied icon ID alongside your selection text.
   • Save and activate your report to see the icon displayed next to the corresponding selection element on the screen.

Benefits of Adding Icons:

• Improved Readability: Icons help users quickly identify and understand the purpose of each selection field, reducing cognitive load.
• Enhanced Aesthetics: A visually appealing selection screen can lead to a better user experience and increased satisfaction.
• Consistent User Interface: Incorporating standard SAP icons ensures a uniform look and feel across different modules and reports.

By following these steps, ABAP developers can enhance the presentation and usability of selection screens, making them more intuitive and user-friendly without the need for extensive coding.

For a detailed walkthrough and additional insights, refer to the SAP Community blog post: Add icons to your Selection Screen without any Coding.