How To Fix XS045 - Combination of address type + send method is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XS - SAPconnect: All messages

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Combination of address type + send method is not supported

What causes this issue?

The selected combination of address type &V1& and send method &V2& is
not supported.

System Response

The setting was not saved and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Select one of the following valid combinations:
Address type: FAX (fax), send method: None, SAPcomm or SAPconnect
Address type: INT (Internet mailer), send method: None or SAPconnect
Address type: PAG (pager), send method: None or SAPconnect
Address type: PRI (printer), send method: None or SAPconnect
Address type: RML (SAP to SAP), send method: None, SAPcomm or SAPconnect
Address type: TLX (telex), send method: none or SAPcomm
Address type: X40 (X.400 mailer), send method: None, SAPcomm or
SAPconnect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XS045 - Combination of address type + send method is not supported ?

  The SAP error message XS045, which states "Combination of address type + send method is not supported," typically occurs in the context of SAP's communication and messaging systems, particularly when dealing with the configuration of communication methods for sending messages or documents.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Address Type and Send Method: The combination of the address type (e.g., email, fax, etc.) and the send method (e.g., SMTP, HTTP, etc.) you are trying to use is not supported by the system. For example, you might be trying to send an email using a method that is not configured for email addresses.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for the communication method or the address type in the SAP system.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: The necessary settings for the address type or send method may be missing or incorrectly configured in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the XS045 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Address Type and Send Method:
  
  Verify that the address type you are using is compatible with the send method. For example, if you are using an email address, ensure that the send method is set to SMTP.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like SO10 for text management, SCOT for communication methods, or SOST for sending messages).
  Ensure that the settings for the address type and send method are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Update or Correct Settings:
  
  If you find any discrepancies in the configuration, update the settings to ensure that the address type and send method are compatible.
  If necessary, consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for guidance on the correct configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to send a message or document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Sometimes, this error may be related to a bug in the SAP system. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring communication methods and address types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCOT (for configuring communication methods), SOST (for monitoring sent messages), and SO10 (for managing texts).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the XS045 error in your SAP system.