How To Fix SEPA_CI_LIMIT016 - Active limit with creditor ID &1 and account ID &2 cannot be archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPA_CI_LIMIT - SEPA CI Limit: Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Active limit with creditor ID &1 and account ID &2 cannot be archived

What causes this issue?

The active limit (payment recipient) with creditor ID <(>&<)>1 and
internal account identification <(>&<)>2 cannot be archived.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPA_CI_LIMIT016 - Active limit with creditor ID &1 and account ID &2 cannot be archived ?

  The SAP error message SEPA_CI_LIMIT016 indicates that there is an active limit associated with a specific creditor ID and account ID that cannot be archived. This typically occurs in the context of managing SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) credit transfers and mandates.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to archive a creditor or account that has active limits defined in the system. Active limits are restrictions or thresholds set on the amount that can be processed for a specific creditor or account. If these limits are still active, the system prevents archiving to ensure data integrity and compliance with financial regulations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Limits: Use transaction codes such as SEPA_CI_LIMIT or SEPA_CI_LIMIT_DISPLAY to check the active limits associated with the specified creditor ID and account ID.
  
  
  Review Limit Status: Determine if the limits are still necessary. If they are no longer needed, you can consider deactivating or deleting them.
  
  
  Deactivate or Delete Limits:
  
  If you decide to deactivate the limit, you can do so through the appropriate transaction in SAP.
  If you need to delete the limit, ensure that it is not in use and that you have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Archiving: Once the active limits have been addressed (either deactivated or deleted), you can attempt to archive the creditor or account again.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or related data that might prevent archiving.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SEPA_CI_LIMIT, SEPA_CI_LIMIT_DISPLAY, and others related to SEPA processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed instructions on managing limits and archiving processes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify limits in the system.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SEPA_CI_LIMIT016 error and successfully archive the necessary data.