How To Fix SEPM_EXCEPTIONS085 - E-mail attachment is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPM_EXCEPTIONS - EPM: Exception Messages

• Message number: 085

• Message text: E-mail attachment is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPM_EXCEPTIONS085 - E-mail attachment is initial ?

  The SAP error message SEPM_EXCEPTIONS085 indicating that "E-mail attachment is initial" typically occurs when there is an attempt to send an email with an attachment, but the attachment is either not provided or is empty. This error is often encountered in scenarios involving SAP Business Workflow or when using the SAP Business Application Programming Interface (BAPI) for sending emails.
  Cause:
  
  No Attachment Provided: The most common cause is that the email function is called without any attachment being specified.
  Empty Attachment: The attachment may be initialized but not populated with any data, leading to it being considered "initial."
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the email sending function or the parameters being passed to it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Attachment Logic: Ensure that the logic for attaching files to the email is correctly implemented. Verify that the attachment is being created and populated with data before the email is sent.
  Validate Input Parameters: Review the parameters being passed to the email function. Make sure that the attachment parameter is correctly set and not left empty.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the attachment is being set and ensure that it is not empty at the time of sending the email.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling to check if the attachment is empty before attempting to send the email. This can prevent the error from occurring and allow for graceful handling of the situation.
  Testing: Test the email functionality with valid attachments to ensure that the process works as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to email sending functionality in your specific version of SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific function module or BAPI you are using to send emails, as it may provide insights into required parameters and expected behavior.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.