How To Fix UST_CORE050 - Recipient is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UST_CORE - Universal Share Tool - Core

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Recipient is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UST_CORE050 - Recipient is invalid ?

  The SAP error message UST_CORE050, which states "Recipient is invalid," typically occurs in the context of SAP's communication and messaging functionalities, such as when sending emails, notifications, or other forms of communication through the system. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Email Address: The recipient's email address may be incorrectly formatted or does not exist.
  Missing Recipient Data: The recipient's information may not be properly maintained in the system, such as missing email addresses in user profiles.
  Inactive User: The recipient may be an inactive user in the SAP system, which can lead to communication failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to send the message may not have the necessary authorizations to send messages to the specified recipient.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the communication settings in SAP, such as SMTP settings for email.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Email Address: Check the recipient's email address for correctness. Ensure it follows the standard email format (e.g., [e-mail]).
  Maintain User Data: Ensure that the recipient's user profile in SAP is complete and includes a valid email address. You can check this in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Check User Status: Verify that the recipient is an active user in the system. If the user is inactive, you may need to reactivate them or use a different recipient.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user sending the message has the necessary authorizations to send messages to the intended recipient. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for communication in SAP, especially if you are using email. This includes checking the SMTP settings in transaction SCOT (SAPconnect Administration).
  Test Communication: Use transaction SOST to check the status of sent messages and see if there are any errors logged for the specific message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SCOT (SAPconnect Administration), and SOST (Send Requests).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to SAPconnect and email configuration for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.