How To Fix FE605 - No recipients were specified; message could not be sent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FE - CO-PA module pool messages

• Message number: 605

• Message text: No recipients were specified; message could not be sent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FE605 - No recipients were specified; message could not be sent ?

  The SAP error message FE605, which states "No recipients were specified; message could not be sent," typically occurs when you attempt to send an email or a message through the SAP system without specifying any recipients. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using SAP Business Workflow, sending notifications, or using the SAPconnect interface.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Recipient Information: The most common cause is that the recipient's email address or user ID has not been specified in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: The SAP system may not be properly configured to send emails, or the necessary settings for the email server may be missing.
  User Authorization Issues: The user attempting to send the message may not have the necessary authorizations to send messages or emails.
  Workflow Configuration: If the error occurs in a workflow context, it may be due to missing or incorrect recipient assignments in the workflow definition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Recipient Fields: Ensure that you have specified the recipient's email address or user ID in the appropriate fields. This could be in the transaction you are using or in the workflow settings.
  Review Workflow Settings: If the error occurs in a workflow, check the workflow definition to ensure that recipients are correctly assigned. You may need to adjust the workflow to include valid recipients.
  Email Configuration: Verify the configuration of the SAPconnect settings. Ensure that the SMTP settings are correctly configured and that the email server is reachable.
  
  Transaction Code: SCOT (SAPconnect Administration)
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to send messages or emails.
  Testing Email Functionality: You can test the email functionality by sending a test email from the SAP system to ensure that the email server is working correctly.
  
  Use transaction SOST to check the status of sent messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCOT: For configuring SAPconnect settings.
  SOST: To monitor the status of sent emails.
  SWDD: For workflow definition and configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to email sending or workflow configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring email settings and workflows.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FE605 error and successfully send messages or emails from the SAP system.