How To Fix EIN106 - License &1 with the ext. no. &2 does not exist for company code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIN - Foreign Trade: General Messages - Continuation

• Message number: 106

• Message text: License &1 with the ext. no. &2 does not exist for company code &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIN106 - License &1 with the ext. no. &2 does not exist for company code &3 ?

  The SAP error message EIN106 indicates that a specific license (identified by the external number) does not exist for the specified company code. This error typically arises in the context of managing licenses for materials, products, or services within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing License: The license with the specified external number has not been created or is not available in the system for the given company code.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the license is not properly assigned to the company code.
  Data Entry Error: The external number or company code may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to find the corresponding license.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the license information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check License Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP to verify if the license with the specified external number exists for the company code in question.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new license entry.
  
  
  
  Create or Update License:
  
  If the license is missing, create a new license entry using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., EIN1 for license management).
  Ensure that the license is correctly assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the external number and company code entered in the transaction to ensure they are correct.
  Look for any typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage licenses. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing licenses and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for license management, such as EIN1, EIN2, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to license management that may address this error.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to license management in SAP for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EIN106 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.