How To Fix 0K516 - You tried to output & columns, but max. & are allowed

0K516 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 516

• Message text: You tried to output & columns, but max. & are allowed

What causes this issue?

The maximum number of displayable columns is currently limited to the
number specified in the error message per record type.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0K516 - You tried to output & columns, but max. & are allowed ?

  The SAP error message 0K516 indicates that you are trying to output more columns in a report or a data display than the maximum allowed by the system. This typically occurs in situations where you are generating reports or using transaction codes that involve displaying data in tabular format, such as ALV (ABAP List Viewer) reports.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the number of columns you are attempting to display exceeds the predefined limit set by SAP. This limit can vary depending on the specific report or transaction you are using, but it is generally set to ensure optimal performance and usability.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Columns: Review the columns you are trying to display and remove any that are not necessary for your analysis. This can often be done by adjusting the selection criteria or layout settings in the report.
  
  
  Modify the Report Layout: