How To Fix EI206 - License & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: License & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI206 - License & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EI206, which states "License & does not exist," typically indicates that there is an issue with the licensing configuration in your SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of certain transactions or when trying to access specific functionalities that require a valid license.
  Causes:
  
  Missing License Key: The most common cause is that the required license key for the specific SAP component or module is not installed or has expired.
  Incorrect License Configuration: The license may be present but not correctly configured in the system.
  System Copy or Migration Issues: If the system has been copied or migrated from another environment, the license information may not have been transferred correctly.
  User Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the licensed functionality.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check License Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SLICENSE in the SAP GUI to check the current license status. This will show you the installed licenses and their validity.
  
  
  
  Install or Update License:
  
  If the license is missing or expired, you will need to obtain a new license key from SAP. This usually involves contacting your SAP account representative or using the SAP Service Marketplace.
  Once you have the new license key, you can install it using transaction SLICENSE.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the license is correctly configured. Sometimes, re-entering the license key can resolve issues.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the licensed functionality. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  System Copy/Migration:
  
  If the error occurred after a system copy or migration, ensure that the license information was correctly transferred. You may need to reapply the license in the new environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to licensing issues. SAP frequently publishes notes that provide guidance on specific error messages and licensing problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for your specific version and module to understand the licensing requirements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.