How To Fix /SAPSLL/CON_LMGM047 - External license number is not unique for legal regulation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CON_LMGM -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: External license number is not unique for legal regulation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CON_LMGM047 - External license number is not unique for legal regulation ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CON_LMGM047 indicates that there is an issue with the external license number not being unique for a specific legal regulation in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of compliance with legal regulations, particularly in the area of logistics and supply chain management, where licenses and permits are required for certain goods or services.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate License Numbers: The primary cause of this error is that the external license number you are trying to enter or process is already associated with another entry for the same legal regulation. This could happen if:
  
  The same license number has been mistakenly entered multiple times.
  There is a data entry error where two different entities are using the same license number for the same legal regulation.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the legal regulations in the SAP system, leading to incorrect validation of license numbers.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or duplicates in the license numbers.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Review the entries in the system for the specific legal regulation to identify if the license number already exists. You can do this by using transaction codes like SLL1 or SLL2 to view license data.
  If duplicates are found, determine which entry is correct and remove or correct the duplicate.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: 
  
  Ensure that the license number being entered is unique and does not conflict with existing entries. If you are entering a new license, verify that it has not been previously registered.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration settings for the legal regulations in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the correct handling of license numbers and that there are no restrictions causing the error.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: 
  
  If the issue is due to data migration, perform a data cleanup to remove or correct any duplicate entries in the database.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific legal regulation and license management to ensure compliance and correct setup.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Legal Regulations: Understand the specific legal regulations that apply to your business and how they interact with SAP's license management functionality.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on managing licenses.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in data entry and license management are trained on the correct procedures to avoid future errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your license management processes in SAP are functioning correctly.