> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.optionalpha.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.optionalpha.com/technical-documentation/troubleshooting/daily-symbol-limit-error.md).

# Daily Symbol Limit Error

## Daily Symbol Limit Error

You will receive an error if a bot has more than 10 symbols, regardless of whether those symbols are referenced in a scanner, monitor, or event [automation](https://optionalpha.com/help/automation-basics).

So, whether opening new positions, analyzing conditions, monitoring existing positions, or using a symbol as a custom input, the bot has a maximum allowance of 10 ticker symbols.

If you have more than 10 symbols, an error will generate, the automation will stop, and you'll receive a notification that the bot has exceeded its symbol limit. This safeguard upholds the stability of the platform for all users.

{% hint style="info" %}
The bot references symbols at the beginning of the trading day. If you have 10 symbols assigned to a bot when the market opens, you must wait until after hours to change symbols to avoid the error. You can always add and replace symbols until you reach the limit.
{% endhint %}

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