MEREP_00071 - Sender control record not enabled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEREP_00 - Basic Message

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Sender control record not enabled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEREP_00071 - Sender control record not enabled ?

  The SAP error message MEREP_00071 indicates that the sender control record is not enabled for the specific sender in the context of the SAP Event Management (EM) or related processes. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to process an event or data from a sender that has not been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Sender Not Configured: The sender (which could be a system, application, or interface) has not been set up correctly in the SAP system.
  Control Record Disabled: The control record for the sender is not enabled, meaning that the system does not recognize it as a valid source for processing events.
  Missing Authorization: The user or process attempting to access the sender may not have the necessary authorizations to read or process the sender's data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the sender or the event management system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sender Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the sender in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the sender is properly defined and that the control record is enabled.
  
  
  
  Enable Control Record:
  
  If the control record is not enabled, you will need to enable it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the sender.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings under the Event Management or relevant module.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access and process the sender's data.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on configuring senders and enabling control records.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to process the event or data again.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), SM37 (to check job logs), or SLG1 (to check application logs) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Event Management documentation for detailed guidance on sender configuration and event processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MEREP_00071 error and ensure that the sender control record is properly enabled for processing.