How To Fix ECH005 - Maximum of nine lines allowed for table

ECH005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECH - Consumption History Message Class

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Maximum of nine lines allowed for table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECH005 - Maximum of nine lines allowed for table ?

  The SAP error message ECH005, which states "Maximum of nine lines allowed for table," typically occurs when you are trying to enter more than the allowed number of lines in a table or a specific data entry field within an SAP transaction. This limitation is often encountered in various SAP modules, such as SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), SAP MM (Materials Management), or during the creation of certain documents.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by exceeding the predefined limit of nine lines for a specific table or data entry area. This limit is set in the SAP system to ensure performance and usability, as having too many lines can complicate data processing and display.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ECH005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Lines: Review the data you are trying to enter and reduce the number of lines to nine or fewer. This may involve consolidating data or