How To Fix RSBPC0_EXCEPTION167 - SMTP password cannot be configured here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPC0_EXCEPTION - Basic Exception Messages

• Message number: 167

• Message text: SMTP password cannot be configured here

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPC0_EXCEPTION167 - SMTP password cannot be configured here ?

  The SAP error message RSBPC0_EXCEPTION167 with the description "SMTP password cannot be configured here" typically occurs in the context of configuring email settings for SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC). This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the SMTP settings, particularly related to the password for the SMTP server.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The SMTP password may not be set correctly in the configuration settings.
  Security Restrictions: The system may have security restrictions that prevent the password from being configured in the current context.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to configure SMTP settings.
  System Version: The version of SAP you are using may have specific requirements or limitations regarding SMTP configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCOT (SAPconnect) in your SAP system.
  Verify the SMTP node settings and ensure that the SMTP server, port, and other parameters are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the