How To Fix SXMSF081 - &1 is not a sender interface

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SXMSF -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: &1 is not a sender interface

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SXMSF081 - &1 is not a sender interface ?

  The SAP error message SXMSF081 indicates that the specified sender interface is not recognized as a valid sender interface in the SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or Process Integration (PI) environment. This error typically occurs when there is a configuration issue related to the sender interface in the integration scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Interface Name: The sender interface name specified in the message might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Missing Configuration: The sender interface may not be properly configured in the Integration Directory.
  Interface Not Activated: The interface might not be activated or published in the system.
  Namespace Issues: The namespace of the interface might not match the expected namespace in the configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Interface Name: Check the sender interface name in the message and ensure it matches the name defined in the Integration Directory.
  Check Configuration: Go to the Integration Directory and verify that the sender interface is correctly configured. Ensure that it is part of the correct integration scenario.
  Activate Interface: If the interface is not activated, activate it in the Integration Directory.
  Namespace Verification: Ensure that the namespace of the sender interface is correctly defined and matches the expected namespace in the configuration.
  Transport Check: If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the sender interface was included and correctly configured in the target system.
  Recreate Interface: If the issue persists, consider recreating the sender interface in the Integration Directory.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SXMB_IFR (Integration Repository) and SXMB_ADM (Integration Directory) to manage and check interfaces.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs and traces in the SAP system for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for XI/PI for detailed steps on configuring sender interfaces and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or PI/XI team for further assistance.