How To Fix SLIC228 - & missing in license data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLIC - saplicense Messages

• Message number: 228

• Message text: & missing in license data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLIC228 - & missing in license data ?

  The SAP error message SLIC228 typically indicates that there is an issue with the license data for your SAP system. This error can occur when the system is unable to find the necessary license information, which can prevent users from accessing certain functionalities or modules within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing License Data: The most common cause of this error is that the license data file is missing or not properly configured in the system.
  Expired License: The license may have expired, leading to the system being unable to validate the license.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the SAP system that prevents it from reading the license data correctly.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has recently been migrated or upgraded, the license data may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check License Data: Verify that the license data file is present in the appropriate directory. The license file is usually named SAP_*.txt and should be located in the usr/sap/<SID>/SYS/global directory.
  Upload License: If the license file is missing or corrupted, you may need to upload a new license file. This can be done through the SAP GUI:
  
  Go to transaction code SLICENSE.
  Click on "Upload License" and select the appropriate license file.
  
  
  Check License Validity: Ensure that the license is still valid and has not expired. You can check the license validity in the same SLICENSE transaction.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly to read the license data.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and license type.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SLICENSE for managing licenses and SLICENSE for checking license information.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to license management and error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding license management to understand the requirements and processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLIC228 error and ensure that your SAP system has the necessary license data to function correctly.