How To Fix R1223 - First enter an Internet address.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 223

• Message text: First enter an Internet address.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1223 - First enter an Internet address. ?

  The SAP error message R1223, "First enter an Internet address," typically occurs when you are trying to send an email or perform an action that requires an email address, but the system does not have a valid email address specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Email Address: The most common cause is that the email address field is empty or not filled in correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to send emails, or the email address format may be incorrect.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not have a valid email address associated with it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Valid Email Address:
  
  Ensure that you enter a valid email address in the required field. This could be in a user profile, a contact record, or wherever the email address is needed.
  
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to the user profile settings (transaction code SU01) and verify that the email address is correctly entered in the "Address" tab.
  
  
  
  Email Configuration:
  
  Check the SAP system's email configuration settings. Ensure that the SMTP settings are correctly configured in transaction code SCOT (SAPconnect Administration).
  Make sure that the email server settings are correct and that the SAP system can connect to the email server.
  
  
  
  Testing Email Functionality:
  
  You can test the email functionality by sending a test email from the SAP system. This can often be done through transaction code SOST (SAPconnect: Send Requests) to see if there are any issues with sending emails.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your SAP version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SCOT: SAPconnect Administration
  SOST: SAPconnect: Send Requests
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter and manage email addresses within the SAP system to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R1223 error and successfully enter an Internet address for email-related functions in SAP.