How To Fix RSDD_ZA251 - E-Mail Sender

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_ZA - Messages from TREX Aggregate Area

• Message number: 251

• Message text: E-Mail Sender

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_ZA251 - E-Mail Sender ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_ZA251 typically relates to issues with the E-Mail Sender functionality in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error can occur when there are problems with the configuration or execution of the email sending process, particularly when trying to send reports or alerts via email.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The email sending configuration in SAP may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to the SMTP server, sender email address, or other parameters.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the email sending process may not have the necessary authorizations to send emails.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the SAP system from reaching the SMTP server.
  Incorrect Email Address: The recipient's email address may be incorrectly formatted or invalid.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the SMTP settings in transaction SCOT (SAPconnect). Ensure that the SMTP node is correctly configured and active.
  Check the sender email address and ensure it is valid and properly formatted.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send emails. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Test the connection to the SMTP server from the SAP system. You can use transaction SOST to check the status of sent emails and any errors that may have occurred.
  
  
  
  Check Email Address:
  
  Verify that the recipient's email address is correct and properly formatted. Ensure there are no typos or invalid characters.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCOT: SAPconnect configuration.
  SOST: Outbound emails status.
  SU53: Authorization check.
  SLG1: Application log display.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring SAPconnect and troubleshooting email sending issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDD_ZA251 error related to the E-Mail Sender in SAP.