How To Fix /BSNAGT/MESSAGE168 - No Sender ID provided in pick-up report; using default value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BSNAGT/MESSAGE -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: No Sender ID provided in pick-up report; using default value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE168 - No Sender ID provided in pick-up report; using default value ?

  The SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE168 indicates that there is no Sender ID provided in the pick-up report, and the system is defaulting to a predefined value. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Network or when dealing with electronic data interchange (EDI) processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sender ID: The primary cause of this error is that the Sender ID, which is required for identifying the source of the pick-up report, is not provided in the relevant configuration or during the execution of the process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the EDI or the specific business process that is being executed.
  Data Entry Errors: If the Sender ID is supposed to be entered manually, it might have been omitted or incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like SPRO) and ensure that the Sender ID is correctly configured for the relevant process.
  Verify that the partner profiles and communication settings are correctly set up to include the Sender ID.
  
  
  
  Review the Pick-Up Report:
  
  If the pick-up report is generated from a specific transaction or program, check the input parameters to ensure that the Sender ID is being passed correctly.
  If applicable, modify the report generation process to include the Sender ID.
  
  
  
  Default Value Verification:
  
  If the system is using a default value, verify that this default value is appropriate for your business processes. If not, consider updating the default configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the Sender ID is now being captured correctly and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific issues or provide guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE20 (Partner Profiles), WE21 (Port Definition), and others that may be involved in EDI configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing Sender ID and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure smooth processing of pick-up reports.