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Does Microsoft 365 Business Premium Include E2 License Features?
Question details
Determine whether users assigned a Microsoft 365 Business Premium license still require a legacy E2 license for their workflow.
- Product
- Microsoft 365
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Administrators are reviewing organization licenses and trying to eliminate redundant overlapping subscriptions.
- Observed behavior
- Organizations are unsure if removing legacy Office 365 E2 licenses will cause users to lose access to services when they already hold a Business Premium license.
Ensure you have global administrator or billing administrator privileges in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center before modifying any user license assignments.
Reviewing Entitlements and Removing the E2 License
Business Premium generally covers E2 features, allowing you to remove the legacy E2 license without disrupting workflows.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium typically includes all the standard services and features provided by legacy E2 licenses. When you assign Business Premium to a user, keeping the E2 license is usually redundant. However, it is essential to verify that your organization does not rely on a specific, deprecated service exclusive to the E2 tier before making changes.
Navigate to the Microsoft 365 admin center in your browser and sign in with your administrator credentials.
Go to 'Billing' and then select 'Licenses' to review the current features included in both your Business Premium and E2 subscriptions.
Click on 'Users' > 'Active users', select a specific user, and open the 'Licenses and apps' tab. Expand the 'Apps' section to compare exactly what is enabled under both licenses.
If no unique E2 services are required, uncheck the E2 license from the user's profile and click 'Save changes' to remove it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to user data if I remove a Microsoft 365 license?
When a license is removed, the user immediately loses access to the services associated with that license. Their data for those services is usually retained for a 30-day grace period before being permanently deleted, giving administrators time to reassign the license or back up the data.
Can a user hold multiple Microsoft 365 licenses simultaneously?
Yes, users can be assigned multiple licenses, such as both E2 and Business Premium. However, this often leads to unnecessary costs for the organization if the licenses offer overlapping services and features.
How do I know which Microsoft 365 license is best for my business?
The best license depends on your organization's specific needs for security, device management, and cloud services. Business Premium is ideal for small to medium businesses needing advanced security, while Enterprise (E) plans are suited for larger organizations with complex compliance and storage requirements.
