How To Fix WB2B290 - Legal Control Not Active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Legal Control Not Active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B290 - Legal Control Not Active ?

  The SAP error message WB2B290 "Legal Control Not Active" typically occurs in the context of compliance and legal control checks within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with international trade and export control regulations. This error indicates that the legal control functionality is not activated for the relevant transaction or document.
  Cause:
  
  Legal Control Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the legal control feature is not activated for the specific document type or transaction you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that have not been properly set up to enable legal control checks.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (such as material master, vendor master, or customer master) may not have the necessary legal control information or settings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be configured to utilize legal control checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Legal Control:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for legal control.
  Ensure that legal control is activated for the relevant document types and transaction types.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for legal control in the system. This includes checking the settings for the relevant country and ensuring that the legal control parameters are correctly defined.
  You can find these settings under: 
  
  Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Legal Control -> Define Legal Control Settings.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the materials, customers, or vendors involved in the transaction. Ensure that the legal control information is correctly maintained.
  For materials, check the material master data to ensure that the legal control settings are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is set up to perform legal control checks. This may involve checking the configuration for sales orders, purchase orders, or other relevant documents.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on legal control settings and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Legal Control in SAP: Legal control is a compliance feature that helps organizations adhere to international trade regulations, including export controls and embargoes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBD2 (for legal control settings) and MM02 (for material master changes).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to legal control issues, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address specific problems.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP compliance and legal control.