How To Fix /PM0/ABB_CORR016 - A fax number is required for the dispatch control code

/PM0/ABB_CORR016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_CORR -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: A fax number is required for the dispatch control code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_CORR016 - A fax number is required for the dispatch control code ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_CORR016 A fax number is required for the dispatch control code typically indicates that a fax number is missing in the system when trying to process a dispatch control code related to sending documents via fax. This error is often encountered in modules that handle communication or document dispatching, such as SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) or SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fax Number: The primary cause of this error is that the system requires a fax number to be specified for the recipient in the dispatch control code, but it is either not provided or is incorrectly configured.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the dispatch control settings in SAP, which could lead to the system not recognizing the fax number.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the business partner or customer may not have a fax number entered, which is necessary for