How To Fix EI406 - License & is of license type &

EI406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 406

• Message text: License & is of license type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI406 - License & is of license type & ?

  The SAP error message EI406 typically relates to licensing issues within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a problem with the license type assigned to the user or the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  License Type Mismatch: The user or system is trying to perform an action that is not permitted under the current license type.
  Expired License: The license may have expired, leading to restrictions on system usage.
  Incorrect License Configuration: The license may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  User Role Issues: The user may not have the appropriate roles or authorizations assigned that correspond with the license type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check License Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SLICENSE in SAP to check the current license status and details.
  Verify if the license is valid and has not expired.
  
  
  
  Review License Type:
  
  Ensure that the license type assigned to the user or system matches the