How To Fix SXMSF073 - Specify the party type

SXMSF073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SXMSF -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Specify the party type

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SXMSF073 - Details

• The SAP error message SXMSF073, which states "Specify the party type," typically occurs in the context of SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or SAP Process Integration (PI) when there is an issue with the configuration of communication parties in the integration scenario. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the type of communication party (such as sender or receiver) for a specific message or process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The party type (e.g., sender or receiver) is not defined in the integration scenario or is incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Mapping: The message mapping or interface mapping may not correctly specify the party type.
  Incomplete Communication Channel Setup: The communication channel may not be fully configured, leading to ambiguity in identifying the party type.
  Transport Protocol Issues: If the transport protocol is not set up correctly, it may lead to the system being unable to identify the party type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Integration Configuration:
  
  Go to the Integration Directory and