How To Fix SBCS_SEND006 - Message sent to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBCS_SEND - BCS: Send Interface

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Message sent to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBCS_SEND006 - Message sent to &1 ?

  The SAP error message SBCS_SEND006 typically indicates that a message has been sent to a specific recipient, denoted by &1. This message is part of the SAP Business Communication Services (BCS) framework, which is used for sending emails, faxes, and other forms of communication from within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message itself is not necessarily indicative of a problem; rather, it is an informational message that confirms that a message has been successfully sent to the specified recipient. However, if you are encountering issues related to this message, it could be due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The BCS might not be properly configured, leading to issues in sending messages.
  Recipient Issues: The recipient's email address or configuration might be incorrect or invalid.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing the message from being sent.
  Authorization Issues: The user sending the message may not have the necessary authorizations to send emails.
  
  Solution:
  If you are facing issues related to this message, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the SAP BCS is correctly configured. This includes checking SMTP settings, mail server configurations, and ensuring that the necessary services are running.
  
  
  Validate Recipient Information: Verify that the recipient's email address is correct and that the recipient is configured to receive messages from the SAP system.
  
  
  Test Connectivity: Check the network connectivity to the mail server. You can do this by trying to send a test email from the SAP system to the same recipient.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user account sending the message has the necessary authorizations to send emails. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs and the BCS logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to BCS for any specific troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to BCS and email sending for any known issues or patches.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SOST to monitor the status of sent messages and check for any errors.
  BCS Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for BCS in transaction SCOT (SAPconnect) and SICF (Internet Communication Framework).
  
  If the message is purely informational and you are not experiencing any issues, then no action is required. However, if you are facing problems, following the above steps should help you diagnose and resolve the issue.