How To Fix /SPE/PO_CHANGE017 - E-mail sent to vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/PO_CHANGE -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: E-mail sent to vendor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/PO_CHANGE017 - E-mail sent to vendor ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/PO_CHANGE017 typically indicates an issue related to the process of sending emails to vendors, particularly in the context of purchase order changes. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or system settings.
  Cause
  
  Email Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to send emails. This includes settings in transaction codes like SCOT (SAPconnect) or SOST (Send Object Status).
  Missing Email Address: The vendor master data may not have a valid email address configured.
  Output Type Configuration: The output type for the purchase order may not be set up correctly, or the conditions for triggering the email may not be met.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to send emails.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or network problems affecting email delivery.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor has a valid email address in their master data. You can check this in transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor).
  Review Output Type Configuration: 
  
  Go to transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration for purchase orders.
  Ensure that the output type for email is correctly defined and that the conditions for triggering it are met.
  
  
  Verify SAPconnect Settings: 
  
  Use transaction code SCOT to check the configuration of SAPconnect. Ensure that the SMTP settings are correct and that the system is able to send emails.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send emails. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after attempting to send the email.
  Test Email Sending: You can test the email sending functionality using transaction code SOST to see if there are any errors in the email queue.
  Check for System Errors: Look for any system logs or error messages that might indicate a broader issue affecting email sending.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  NACE: Output Types
  SCOT: SAPconnect
  SOST: Send Object Status
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring email sending and troubleshooting related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.