Bluetooth keyboard pairing issues

HI, recently my wireless keyboard got disconnected to my IMac and now I can't pair it. I have read various posts on the subject and tried many remedies including battery change, holding power button whilst entering code multiple times, removing com.applebluetoothexchange file and restart and none have worked. i am only being asked to enter a 6 digit code however and lots of the posts refer to an 8 digit code.
any thoughts, help, advice or counselling would be warmly received.
matt

Which Apple wireless keyboard are you using?
See this Apple doc -> iOS: Apple Wireless Keyboard compatibility
The original Apple Wireless Keyboard, introduced in 2003, is not compatible:
Apple Wireless Keyboard (2003): Features a white case and uses four AA batteries.
If you're using a compatible keyboard, does it pair with your Mac? Try turning it off and then back on and then pairing it again.

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