How To Fix 6G085 - Entries cannot be extended beyond area limits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6G - Messages for System Administration Assistant

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Entries cannot be extended beyond area limits

What causes this issue?

You want to move one or more entries in the structure.

System Response

The selected entries are not suitable for the target task area.
Each entry is assigned a task area based on its position. Each task
area is identified by its heading. In this case, you want to move a
task from area &V1& to area &V2&. This cannot be done since the
function and relation to the original area will be lost.

How to fix this error?

You can copy the task if necessary.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6G085 - Entries cannot be extended beyond area limits ?

  The SAP error message 6G085: "Entries cannot be extended beyond area limits" typically occurs when you are trying to add or extend entries in a table or data structure that has reached its defined limits. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with internal tables, database tables, or certain configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Data Structure Limits: The data structure (like an internal table or database table) has a predefined limit on the number of entries it can hold, and you are attempting to exceed that limit.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configurations in SAP may impose limits on the number of entries that can be processed or stored.
  Memory Issues: In some cases, memory constraints or settings may prevent the extension of entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Limits: Review the definition of the table or data structure you are working with to understand its limits. If you are working with an internal table, check the maximum size defined for it.
  Increase Limits: If possible, modify the limits of the data structure or table to accommodate more entries. This may involve changing the configuration settings or adjusting the data model.
  Data Cleanup: If the table is full, consider deleting unnecessary entries or archiving old data to free up space.
  Review Code Logic: If this error occurs in custom ABAP code, review the logic to ensure that it does not attempt to exceed the defined limits.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with for any known limitations or recommendations.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on handling it.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to inspect the table definitions and limits.
  Performance Considerations: Be mindful of performance implications when increasing limits or modifying data structures, as this can impact system performance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.