How To Fix /BSNAGT/MESSAGE202 - Invalid Sender ID "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BSNAGT/MESSAGE -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Invalid Sender ID "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE202 - Invalid Sender ID "&1" ?

  The SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE202 Invalid Sender ID "&1" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Network or when dealing with electronic data interchange (EDI) and messaging systems. This error indicates that the sender ID specified in the message is not recognized or is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sender ID: The sender ID provided in the message does not match any valid sender IDs configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The sender ID may not be properly configured in the relevant settings or may not exist in the master data.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the sender ID, such as extra spaces or incorrect characters.
  System Integration Issues: If the system is integrated with external systems, there may be issues with how the sender ID is being transmitted or interpreted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Sender ID: Check the sender ID being used in the message. Ensure that it is correctly entered and matches the expected format.
  Check Configuration: Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (such as the EDI or IDoc configuration) and verify that the sender ID is correctly defined and active.
  Master Data Review: Ensure that the sender ID exists in the master data and is correctly set up for the relevant business partner or organization.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific SAP module you are working with to ensure compliance with the required sender ID formats.
  Testing: If possible, conduct tests with known valid sender IDs to see if the issue persists.
  Contact Support: If the issue cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like WE20 (Partner Profiles) or WE21 (Port Definition) to check the configuration of the sender ID.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) or EDI logs for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid sender ID in SAP.