How To Fix VER_MESSAGES140 - Status of license service is yellow; red was expected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VER_MESSAGES - Message Class for FP Examples

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Status of license service is yellow; red was expected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VER_MESSAGES140 - Status of license service is yellow; red was expected ?

  The SAP error message "VER_MESSAGES140 Status of license service is yellow; red was expected" typically indicates an issue with the license management system in your SAP environment. This message is part of the SAP License Management and is related to the status of the license service, which is responsible for managing and validating licenses for SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  License Expiration: The most common cause is that the license for the SAP system is either expired or nearing expiration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the license management settings.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP kernel or database that are affecting the license service.
  Network Issues: If the license service is dependent on network connectivity (for example, if it checks licenses against a central license server), network issues could cause the service to report a yellow status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check License Validity: Verify the current license status in the SAP system. You can do this by using transaction code SLICENSE to check the license details and expiration date.
  Renew License: If the license is expired or about to expire, contact your SAP account representative to obtain a new license key.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the license management service to ensure they are correct. This may involve reviewing the instance profile and other related settings.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  Restart License Service: Sometimes, simply restarting the license service can resolve temporary issues. This can be done through the SAP Management Console (SAP MC) or by restarting the SAP instance.
  Check Network Connectivity: If your license service relies on network connectivity, ensure that there are no network issues affecting communication with the license server.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to license management for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for license management for detailed instructions on managing licenses and troubleshooting related issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to contact SAP Support for further assistance.