Overview

Error 6000 is a feed submission error that Amazon sellers may encounter when uploading product data files to Seller Central. This error indicates that a numeric value entered in one of the file's fields exceeds the maximum allowed positive integer for that particular data field. Understanding how to diagnose and resolve this error can help sellers avoid delays in listing updates and inventory management.

Key Points / What Sellers Need to Know

• Numeric field limits - Every data field in Amazon's product feed templates has a defined maximum value, and submitting a number that exceeds this cap will trigger Error 6000.
• Positive integers only - The affected field requires a whole number greater than zero. Decimal values, negative numbers, or zero will not be accepted.
• Data definitions are your guide - Amazon provides data definitions within each feed template that specify the exact range of acceptable values for every field.
• Common culprits - Fields like quantity, handling time, and price-related integers are frequent sources of this error when values are accidentally inflated or incorrectly formatted.

Understanding the Error

When Amazon processes a flat file or feed submission, it validates each field against a set of predefined rules. For fields that expect a positive integer, the system checks whether the submitted value falls within the acceptable range, which starts at 1 and goes up to a field-specific maximum. If your value exceeds that ceiling, the system rejects the entry and returns Error 6000. This validation happens at the individual field level, so the error message should point you to the specific attribute that caused the problem.

How to Resolve It

The fix for Error 6000 is straightforward once you identify the problematic field. Start by opening the feed template you used for your submission and locating the data definitions tab or documentation. This resource lists every field along with its acceptable value range. Compare the value you submitted against the documented maximum. Replace the out-of-range number with a whole number that is greater than zero and less than or equal to the maximum allowed value. After making the correction, save your changes and resubmit the file through Seller Central. If you are submitting through the SP-API or a third-party tool, make sure the corrected value is reflected in your data source before triggering a new feed.