How To Fix SCOL_API012 - Recipient &1 could not be mapped to cloud user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCOL_API - API for Collaboration

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Recipient &1 could not be mapped to cloud user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCOL_API012 - Recipient &1 could not be mapped to cloud user ?

  The SAP error message SCOL_API012 indicates that there is an issue with mapping a recipient to a cloud user in the SAP system. This error typically arises in scenarios involving SAP Cloud Platform or SAP Business Technology Platform, where user management and identity provisioning are critical.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  User Not Found: The recipient specified in the error message does not exist in the cloud user database.
  Incorrect User Mapping: There may be a mismatch between the recipient's identifier (like email or user ID) and the corresponding cloud user.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the mapping may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify user data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the user provisioning settings or the identity provider settings.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the user data is not synchronized properly between the on-premise system and the cloud, it can lead to mapping failures.
  
  
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