How To Fix SXMSF084 - Sender/receiver ID unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SXMSF -

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Sender/receiver ID unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SXMSF084 - Sender/receiver ID unknown ?

  The SAP error message SXMSF084, which states "Sender/receiver ID unknown," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or Process Integration (PI) when there is an issue with the configuration of the sender or receiver communication channels. This error indicates that the system cannot identify the sender or receiver ID specified in the message.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The sender or receiver ID may not be correctly configured in the Integration Directory.
  Missing Communication Channel: The communication channel for the sender or receiver might not exist or is not activated.
  ID Mapping Issues: There may be issues with ID mapping if you are using different systems or namespaces.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems in the transport layer, such as network issues or incorrect routing, can also lead to this error.
  Message Type Issues: The message type being sent may not be recognized by the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the Integration Directory and verify that the sender and receiver IDs are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the communication channels are active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Verify Communication Channels:
  
  Check if the communication channels for both sender and receiver are defined and activated.
  Ensure that the correct adapter type is being used.
  
  
  
  Review ID Mapping:
  
  If you are using ID mapping, ensure that the mapping is correctly defined and that the IDs match the expected values.
  
  
  
  Check Message Types:
  
  Ensure that the message type being sent is correctly defined in the system and that it matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Monitor Logs:
  
  Check the logs in the SAP system (e.g., SXMB_MONI) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Communication:
  
  Use the test functionality in the Integration Directory to test the communication channels and ensure that messages can be sent and received without issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific version of SAP PI/XI you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SXMB_MONI: For monitoring messages in the Integration Engine.
  SXMB_IFR: For accessing the Integration Framework.
  SPRO: For configuration settings related to PI/XI.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SXMSF084 error in your SAP system.