How To Fix 5F160 - Recipient address info missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Recipient address info missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F160 - Recipient address info missing ?

  The SAP error message 5F160: Recipient address info missing typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the recipient's address in the context of sending emails, notifications, or other communications from the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when using SAP Business Workflow, SAPscript, Smart Forms, or other communication methods.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Recipient Data: The recipient's email address or other contact information is not provided or is incomplete in the relevant configuration or master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings for the communication method (e.g., email) may not be properly configured in the system.
  User Master Data Issues: The user master record for the recipient may not have the necessary email address or communication details filled in.
  Workflow Configuration: If the error occurs in a workflow context, the workflow may not have the correct recipient information defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Recipient Data:
  
  Ensure that the recipient's email address is correctly maintained in the user master data (transaction code SU01).
  Verify that the email address is not only present but also correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Review Communication Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the communication method being used (e.g., transaction SCOT for SMTP settings).
  Ensure that the necessary settings for sending emails are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs in a workflow, review the workflow definition to ensure that the recipient is correctly specified.
  Check the binding of the recipient in the workflow task to ensure it points to a valid user or email address.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to see if the issue is resolved. You can use transaction SOST to check the status of sent emails and see if there are any other related errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance - to check and maintain user master data.
  SCOT: SAPconnect Administration - to configure communication methods.
  SOST: Send Requests - to monitor the status of sent emails.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the 5F160: Recipient address info missing error in your SAP system.