How To Fix EI085 - License type & already exists in the entry with no. &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 085

• Message text: License type & already exists in the entry with no. &

What causes this issue?

You tried to assign a license type to a combination of destination
country, legal regulation, grouping, and validity date which has
already been assigned in another entry.

System Response

In order to avoid duplicating entries, the system does not allow this
entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI085 - License type & already exists in the entry with no. & ?

  The SAP error message EI085 indicates that there is an issue with the license type already existing in the system for a specific entry. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a license entry in the system, and the license type you are attempting to use is already associated with another entry.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate License Type: The primary cause of this error is that the license type you are trying to enter already exists in the system for the specified entry number.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as entering the same license type for multiple entries when it should be unique.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues in the configuration settings of the license management module in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: Review the existing license entries in the system to confirm if the license type is already assigned to another entry. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction code (e.g., EIM1 for license management) and checking the entries.
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry: If you find that the license type is indeed already in use, you may need to either modify the existing entry to use a different license type or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  Use a Different License Type: If the license type is required for a different entry, consider using a different license type that is not currently in use.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to license management for further guidance on how to manage license types effectively.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EIM1 (for license management) and EIM2 (for license type configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to license management that may address this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify license entries in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EI085 error and implement a suitable solution.