How To Fix PAMS128 - Cannot send e-mail to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAMS - Messages for Graphical Planning Board

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Cannot send e-mail to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAMS128 - Cannot send e-mail to &1 ?

  The SAP error message PAMS128, which states "Cannot send e-mail to &1," typically indicates that there is an issue with the email configuration or the recipient's email address in the SAP system. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Email Address: The email address specified in the system may be incorrect or malformed.
  SMTP Configuration Issues: The SAP system may not be properly configured to send emails via the SMTP server.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the SAP system from reaching the SMTP server.
  Recipient's Mailbox Issues: The recipient's email account may be full, inactive, or blocked.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary permissions to send emails.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Email Address: Verify that the email address specified in the error message is correct and properly formatted.
  Review SMTP Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SCOT (SAPconnect Administration) and check the SMTP settings.
  Ensure that the SMTP server is correctly configured and reachable.
  Test the connection to the SMTP server from the SAP system.
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the SMTP server.
  Check Recipient's Email Status: If possible, verify that the recipient's email account is active and not full.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to send emails. Check the user roles and profiles.
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCOT: For configuring and monitoring SAPconnect settings.
  SOST: To check the status of sent emails and see if there are any errors logged.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on configuring email settings and troubleshooting email issues.
  Logs: Check the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PAMS128 error in your SAP system.