How To Fix SBCOMS514 - Sender address missing when sending to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBCOMS - Messages for Business Communication Services

• Message number: 514

• Message text: Sender address missing when sending to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBCOMS514 - Sender address missing when sending to &1 ?

  The SAP error message SBCOMS514 indicates that there is a missing sender address when attempting to send a message to a specified recipient (denoted by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's communication systems, such as when using SAPconnect for email or other messaging services.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Missing Configuration: The sender address (email or other communication identifier) is not configured in the system.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile of the sender may not have a valid email address or communication method set up.
  System Settings: The system settings for SAPconnect or the messaging service may not be properly configured to include a default sender address.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SBCOMS514 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID of the sender and check the Address tab.
  Ensure that a valid email address is entered in the Internet address field.
  
  
  
  Configure SAPconnect:
  
  Use transaction code SCOT (SAPconnect Administration).
  Check the configuration for the communication method you are using (e.g., SMTP for email).
  Ensure that a default sender address is configured in the settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Default Sender Address:
  
  In SCOT, navigate to the SMTP node and check the settings.
  Ensure that the Default Sender Address is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Communication Type:
  
  Ensure that the communication type you are using supports the sender address configuration.
  
  
  
  Test Sending:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try sending the message again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SCOT: SAPconnect Administration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring SAPconnect and managing user profiles.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SBCOMS514 error and successfully send messages from the SAP system.