How To Fix PSSC_CONTR014 - Communication error in SXP document &1; no changes made in ERP

PSSC_CONTR014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_CONTR - Messages for application controller

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Communication error in SXP document &1; no changes made in ERP

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PSSC_CONTR014 - Details

• The SAP error message PSSC_CONTR014 indicates a communication error in the SXP (Supplier Experience Portal) document, which means that no changes were made in the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system. This error typically arises during the integration between the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system and the ERP system, particularly when there is an issue with the communication or data transfer.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SRM and ERP systems.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the middleware or in the communication channels can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to perform the operation.
  System Downtime: The ERP system may be down or undergoing maintenance, preventing communication.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent may not conform to the expected format, leading to rejection by the ERP system.
  Middleware Issues: If you are using middleware (like SAP PI/PO), there could be