How To Fix AD583 - Internal error (F-16) occurred (refer to system log)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 583

• Message text: Internal error (F-16) occurred (refer to system log)

What causes this issue?

This error is a serious internal error and should be analyzed carefully
before the operation is continued. The problem may involve the overflow
of a tablespace in the database or double key entries arising during
insertion/changing of records. You will find detailed information about
the cause of the error in the system log.

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?

Please examine the system log to see what has happened. If you are
unable to eliminate the error yourself, please contact the ABAP/4
Dictionary hotline.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD583 - Internal error (F-16) occurred (refer to system log) ?

  The SAP error message AD583, which indicates an "Internal error (F-16) occurred (refer to system log)," typically arises during financial transactions, particularly when using the F-16 transaction code for clearing open items in accounts payable or receivable. This error can be caused by various factors, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or system bugs.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the financial module can lead to errors during transaction processing.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user executing the transaction can also trigger internal errors.
  System Bugs: There may be known bugs in the version of SAP you are using that could lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as locks or corruption, can also cause internal errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Log: The first step is to check the system