How To Fix M3666 - Not possible to change or display export licenses here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 666

• Message text: Not possible to change or display export licenses here

What causes this issue?

You wanted to change or display export licenses. This data is assigned
to the country of plant &V1&. However, this is not possible in the
following cases:
If you have not yet assigned a country to the plant
If you have not specified a plant
When scheduling the creation or changing of a material
If you have not selected a view for the user department
<LS>Purchasing</> or <LS>Sales</>

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check and, if necessary, extend your data.
<ZH>Note</>
You can maintain the country for the plant in Customizing for the
<LS>Enterprise Structure</> by choosing <LS>Maintain structure</> ->
<LS>Definition</> -> <LS>Logistics - General</> -> <LS>Define, copy,
delete, check plant</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3666 - Not possible to change or display export licenses here ?

  The SAP error message M3666, which states "Not possible to change or display export licenses here," typically occurs in the context of managing export licenses within the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the configuration or the specific transaction being executed.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change or display export licenses.
  Incorrect Transaction: The user might be trying to access export licenses through a transaction that does not support this functionality.
  License Status: The export license may be in a status that does not allow changes or display (e.g., it may be locked or completed).
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict access to certain functionalities related to export licenses.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity of the export license records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to view or modify export licenses. This can be done by checking the user's role and permissions in the SAP system.
  Use Correct Transaction: Verify that the user is using the correct transaction code for managing export licenses. For example, transactions like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) may not be appropriate for handling export licenses.
  Review License Status: Check the status of the export license in question. If it is locked or completed, you may need to unlock it or create a new license.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Work with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to export licenses. Ensure that the system is configured to allow the necessary actions.
  Data Validation: Perform a data validation check to ensure that the export license records are complete and not corrupted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to export licenses and the specific module you are working with (e.g., Materials Management, Sales and Distribution).
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M3666 error and implement a suitable solution.