How To Fix K6217 - No space for replacement of rule &1 with rule &2

K6217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 217

• Message text: No space for replacement of rule &1 with rule &2

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You must modify the rule or validation that you wish to copy so that
there is enough space in each to exchange the old and new rule.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6217 - No space for replacement of rule &1 with rule &2 ?

  The SAP error message K6217 ("No space for replacement of rule &1 with rule &2") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost allocation or cost center accounting. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the rules used for cost allocation, specifically that there is not enough space to replace one rule with another.
  
  Cause:
  
  Rule Configuration: The error often arises when the system attempts to replace a cost allocation rule (e.g., a distribution or assessment rule) but finds that there is insufficient space in the configuration to accommodate the new rule.
  Exceeding Limits: There may be a limit on the number of rules that can be defined or the structure of the rules may not allow for the replacement due to existing dependencies or configurations.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or issues in the underlying data that prevent