How To Fix /SPE/PO_CHANGE016 - E-mail could not be sent to vendor

/SPE/PO_CHANGE016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/PO_CHANGE -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: E-mail could not be sent to vendor

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/SPE/PO_CHANGE016 - Details

• The SAP error message /SPE/PO_CHANGE016 indicates that an email could not be sent to a vendor, typically in the context of a purchase order (PO) change notification. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Email 
  Configuration Issues: The email settings in SAP may not be configured correctly. This includes SMTP settings or the email address of the vendor.
  Vendor Email Address Missing: The vendor master data may not have a valid email address specified.
  Email Sending Restrictions: There may be restrictions on sending emails from the SAP system, such as firewall settings or email server issues.
  SAP Workflow Issues: If the email is part of a workflow, there may be issues with the workflow configuration or execution.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to send the email may not have the necessary authorizations to do