BCS_MEDIUM005 - Error when sending to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCS_MEDIUM - Texts for BCS Medium for PPF

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Error when sending to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCS_MEDIUM005 - Error when sending to &1 ?

  The SAP error message BCS_MEDIUM005 typically occurs in the context of the Business Communication Services (BCS) when there is an issue with sending an email or other communication medium. The error message indicates that there is a problem with the medium (e.g., email) when trying to send to a specified recipient.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Email Address: The recipient's email address may be incorrectly formatted or invalid.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SMTP server or the BCS settings in SAP.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing the SAP system from reaching the email server.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to send emails.
  Missing or Incorrect Medium Settings: The medium settings for email may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BCS_MEDIUM005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Recipient's Email Address:
  
  Verify that the email address is correctly formatted and valid.
  
  
  
  Review BCS Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SCOT to check the settings for the SMTP node.
  Ensure that the SMTP server is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Test SMTP Connection:
  
  Use the SOST transaction to check the status of sent emails and see if there are any errors logged.
  You can also test the SMTP connection from the SAP system to ensure it can reach the email server.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send emails. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Medium Settings:
  
  Check the medium settings in the BCS configuration to ensure that the email medium is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Check for System Logs:
  
  Look at the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCOT: Configuration of the SMTP node.
  SOST: Display of sent emails and their statuses.
  SLG1: Display application log for error messages.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Business Communication Services for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.