How To Fix 1L007 - External limit is bigger than internal limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1L - BKK: Limite

• Message number: 007

• Message text: External limit is bigger than internal limit

What causes this issue?

The internal limit controls the coverage check of payment transactions.
The account may be overdrawn up to this limit. The customer, on the
other hand, is only aware of the external limit, which must always be
lower than or equal to the internal limit.

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?

When releasing the limits, pay attention to the sequence - internal
limit before external limit.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1L007 - External limit is bigger than internal limit ?

  The SAP error message 1L007: External limit is bigger than internal limit typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics and financial modules, particularly when dealing with limits set for certain transactions or processes. This error indicates that the external limit (the limit set for a transaction or process from an external perspective) exceeds the internal limit (the limit defined within the SAP system).
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The external limit may have been set incorrectly in the system configuration, leading to a mismatch with the internal limits.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered values that exceed the predefined limits in the system.
  Changes in Business Processes: Changes in business requirements or processes may not have been reflected in the system configuration, leading to discrepancies between external and internal limits.
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of the software or configurations across different environments (e.g., development, testing, production), this can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Material Management) to ensure that the external and internal limits are aligned.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and review the settings for limits.
  
  
  Adjust Limits: If the external limit is indeed valid and should be higher, consider adjusting the internal limit in the SAP system to accommodate the external limit.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being entered into the system is within the acceptable limits. Implement validation checks if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module to understand the implications of the limits and how they should be configured.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise from the changes made.
  
  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.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in diagnosing or resolving the issue (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE80 for object navigator).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to limits and configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.