How To Fix VER_MESSAGES133 - License table empty (as expected)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VER_MESSAGES - Message Class for FP Examples

• Message number: 133

• Message text: License table empty (as expected)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VER_MESSAGES133 - License table empty (as expected) ?

  The SAP error message "VER_MESSAGES133 License table empty (as expected)" typically indicates that the system is unable to find any license information in the license table. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help you address the issue effectively.
  Cause:
  
  
  No License Installed: The most common reason for this error is that no license has been installed in the SAP system. This can happen if the system is newly set up or if the license has expired or been removed.
  
  
  License Table Corruption: There may be corruption in the license table, which prevents the system from reading the license information correctly.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to the license table not being populated correctly.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user trying to access the license information may not have the necessary authorizations to view the license data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check License Installation:
  
  Verify if a valid license is installed in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SLICENSE.
  If no license is present, you will need to obtain a valid license from SAP and install it.
  
  
  
  Install or Update License:
  
  If you have a new license file, you can upload it using the SLICENSE transaction. Follow the prompts to install the new license.
  
  
  
  Check for Corruption:
  
  If you suspect that the license table is corrupted, you may need to perform a database consistency check or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view license information. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SLICENSE: To manage and view license information.
  SU01: To manage user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed steps on license management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to license management or the error message you are encountering.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.