How To Fix MPA_MESSAGES008 - AlertId &: Configurations made in transaction SCOT for SMS are incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPA_MESSAGES - Message Class for Push Alert related server messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: AlertId &: Configurations made in transaction SCOT for SMS are incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPA_MESSAGES008 - AlertId &: Configurations made in transaction SCOT for SMS are incorrect ?

  The SAP error message MPA_MESSAGES008 with the description "Configurations made in transaction SCOT for SMS are incorrect" typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration settings for the SAPconnect (SCOT) transaction, specifically related to SMS (Short Message Service) settings. This can prevent the system from sending SMS messages correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings in transaction SCOT for SMS may not be properly configured. This could include incorrect parameters for the SMS gateway, missing required fields, or incorrect routing settings.
  Missing or Incorrect SMS Gateway: The SMS gateway that is supposed to handle the SMS messages may not be set up correctly or may not be reachable.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to send SMS messages.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the SMS gateway.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check SCOT Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SCOT.
  Verify the settings for the SMS node. Ensure that