How To Fix ACMTSTRAP018 - No email address was specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACMTSTRAP - ACMTST: Message for RAP-Scenarios

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No email address was specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACMTSTRAP018 - No email address was specified ?

  The SAP error message ACMTSTRAP018 indicates that there is no email address specified for a particular process or transaction that requires email notifications. This error typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to send an email (for example, notifications, alerts, or reports) but cannot find a valid email address to send it to.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Email Address: The most common cause is that the user or recipient's email address has not been maintained in the relevant master data (e.g., user profile, vendor, customer).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the email settings in the SAP system.
  User Profile: The user profile may not have an email address assigned, or the email address may be incorrectly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the email settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the email address for the user experiencing the issue. Ensure that a valid email address is entered in the "Address" tab.
  
  
  
  Maintain Email Address in Master Data:
  
  If the email is related to a vendor or customer, check the relevant master data (e.g., transaction XK01 for vendors or XD01 for customers) and ensure that the email address is maintained correctly.
  
  
  
  Email Configuration:
  
  Verify the email configuration in the SAP system. Check transaction SCOT (SAPconnect) to ensure that the email settings are correctly configured and that the SMTP settings are valid.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send emails. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to see if the email can now be sent without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to email configuration and user management for more detailed guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACMTSTRAP018 error and ensure that email notifications can be sent successfully.