How To Fix R1606 - R/Mail address with sequential number &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 606

• Message text: R/Mail address with sequential number &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1606 - R/Mail address with sequential number &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R1606, which states "R/Mail address with sequential number &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's communication or messaging functionalities, particularly when dealing with the distribution of documents or notifications via email.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Email Address: The system is trying to reference an email address that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the email addresses or the related settings in the SAP system may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Sequential Number Issue: The sequential number referenced in the error message may not correspond to any existing email address in the database.
  Data Deletion: The email address might have been deleted or not properly maintained in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R1606 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Email Address Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SO10 for text management or other relevant transactions) to verify if the email address with the specified sequential number exists.
  Ensure that the email address is correctly maintained in the system.
  
  
  
  Maintain Email Addresses:
  
  If the email address does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the transaction code related to maintaining email addresses (e.g., transaction code SCOT for SAPconnect).
  Ensure that the email address is active and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If this error occurs in a custom program or report, review the code to ensure that it correctly references existing email addresses and handles cases where an email address may not exist.
  
  
  
  Check User Settings:
  
  If the error is related to a specific user, check the user’s settings to ensure that their email address is correctly maintained in their user profile (transaction SU01).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCOT (SAPconnect), SO10 (Text Management), and SU01 (User Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to R1606 or email configuration issues in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on email configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the R1606 error in your SAP system.