How To Fix VE516 - Fax number could not be determined

VE516 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VE - Message ID for condition analysis

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Fax number could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VE516 - Fax number could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message VE516, which states "Fax number could not be determined," typically occurs in the context of sending faxes through the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid fax number for the recipient in the relevant master data or document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Fax Number: The most common cause is that the recipient's master data (such as customer or vendor records) does not contain a fax number.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for fax transmission in SAP may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the fax number being stored in an unexpected format or location.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the fax number information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the recipient's master data (customer or vendor) includes a valid fax number. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g.,