How To Fix /SAPQUERY/BC_GLOBAL109 - Number of seats booked exceeds capacity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPQUERY/BC_GLOBAL -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Number of seats booked exceeds capacity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPQUERY/BC_GLOBAL109 - Number of seats booked exceeds capacity ?

  The SAP error message /SAPQUERY/BC_GLOBAL109 indicating that "Number of seats booked exceeds capacity" typically arises in scenarios where a booking or reservation system is in use, such as in event management, travel management, or resource allocation. This error suggests that the number of seats or resources that a user is trying to book exceeds the available capacity defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Capacity Limit Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that the number of seats or resources being booked exceeds the maximum capacity set for that particular event, resource, or location.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently enter a number that exceeds the available capacity.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings that define capacity limits.
  Concurrent Bookings: If multiple users are trying to book the same resource simultaneously, it may lead to a situation where the available capacity is exceeded.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Capacity Settings: Verify the capacity settings for the event