How To Fix /SRMSMC/REMINDER006 - Comm. error when sending reminder e-mails for expiring certificates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/REMINDER -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Comm. error when sending reminder e-mails for expiring certificates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/REMINDER006 - Comm. error when sending reminder e-mails for expiring certificates ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/REMINDER006 indicates a communication error when the system attempts to send reminder emails for expiring certificates. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module, particularly when dealing with the management of supplier certificates.
  Causes:
  
  Email 
  Configuration Issues: The SMTP settings in the SAP system may not be correctly configured, preventing emails from being sent.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the email server.
  Authorization Issues: The user or the system may lack the necessary authorizations to send emails.
  Incorrect Email Addresses: The email addresses configured for the recipients may be incorrect or invalid.
  System Errors: There may be underlying issues with the SAP system itself, such as performance problems or system downtime.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check SMTP Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SCOT to check the SMTP settings.
  Ensure that the SMTP server is correctly configured and reachable.
  Test the connection to the SMTP server