How To Fix SE221 - Send error occurred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Send error occurred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE221 - Send error occurred ?

  The SAP error message SE221, which indicates that a "Send error occurred," typically arises during the process of sending data or messages within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when using SAP's communication interfaces, including ALE (Application Link Enabling), IDocs (Intermediate Documents), or other messaging systems.
  Causes of SE221 Error
  
  Network Issues: Problems with the network connection can prevent data from being sent successfully.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the ALE or IDoc setup can lead to send errors.
  Partner Profile Issues: Missing or incorrect partner profiles for the receiving system can cause communication failures.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user or system trying to send the data.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent may not conform to the expected format, leading to errors during transmission.
  System Performance: High load on the SAP system or the receiving system can lead to timeouts or failures in sending messages.
  
  Solutions to SE221 Error
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues between the sending and receiving systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity problems.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Verify the configuration of the ALE or IDoc settings in transaction codes like WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definitions).
  Ensure that the correct message types and process codes are set up.
  
  
  
  Validate Partner Profiles: Check the partner profiles in transaction WE20 to ensure that they are correctly configured for the sender and receiver.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to send messages. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Examine Data Formats: Review the data being sent to ensure it adheres to the expected format. You can use transaction WE02 to monitor IDocs and check for errors in the data structure.
  
  
  Monitor System Performance: Check the performance of both the sending and receiving systems. If the systems are under heavy load, consider optimizing performance or scheduling data transmissions during off-peak hours.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed error messages. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs related to the error.
  
  
  Retry Sending: Sometimes, simply retrying the send operation can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02: Display IDocs
  WE20: Maintain Partner Profiles
  WE21: Maintain Ports
  SLG1: Application Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the SE221 error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for ALE and IDocs for detailed configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.