How Do I Fix Can't Send Message With Vodafone Error 0

Are you trying to communicate with your friend or family member on Vodafone but encountering the “Can’t send message – error 0” code every time you send a text?

Below, we’ll explore why this happens and how you can get back to sending messages successfully to other numbers.

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Why can’t I send messages on Vodafone?

Issues with Vodafone SIM.
Vodafone service is either down or restricted due to poor signals.
Problem with the Google Messenger app.
Bar on Vodafone account for sending premium messages.
Incorrect APN settings.
Wrong message center number.
Phone or messaging app temporarily glitching.
Misconfigured phone network settings.

How do I fix error 0 on Vodafone?

1. Force Stop the Messages App

The quickest way to fix the error is to force restart the Messages app on your phone to clear any glitches responsible for the issue. To do this:

Swipe up the home screen.
Locate the “Messages” app.
Swipe up to force-close.

You can force-stop the default Messages app by restarting your phone.

TIP: There might be a problem with the preinstalled Google Messenger app on your phone. So if you are using it for sending SMS, use the default Messages app or download a different SMS service that can work with the shortcodes.

2. Reseat the SIM

If the Vodafone SIM is not seated correctly in the SIM slot of your phone, this can also cause SMS sending failure.

To fix this, try reseating the SIM card properly. First, use a SIM ejector tool to remove the SIM tray, then take out the SIM card. Now blow some air into the slot and wipe the card to remove any dust buildup. Next, reseat the SIM and make sure it is not loose on the edges.

Finally, restart your phone, send a message, and verify the issue is resolved.

3. Check Vodafone Service

If you are still getting the error texting someone, Vodafone service might be down due to some unforeseen reasons.

To check for service outages, visit the Vodafone Network Status page or their Twitter account for the latest information about the issue.

If the service is down, your best bet is to wait for the Vodafone technical staff to fix the problem.

It is also possible that you are trying to send a text in an area where the Vodafone service is restricted. In this case, move from the current locations and see if this fixes the error.

4. Check Recipient’s Phone Number

Another possibility for the “Can’t send message with Vodafone- error 0” code is that you may have entered the wrong number of the recipient while sending the SMS.

Therefore, always check the phone number whenever sending a text; try to add the number to the contact list to avoid this from happening in the future. You can also try adding a “+” before the number to get rid of the error and ensure the successful delivery of the message.

5. Check Balance

If you are getting the error when sending texts to any contact, the problem is simply a low balance. Therefore, check your balance, and if it is low, charge it up, and hopefully, you won’t have to face this issue afterward.

6. Remove Bar On the Account

There might be a restriction bar on your Vodafone account, and that’s why you can’t send a message to avail of premium rate SMS service to pay for various services.

To remove the bar/restriction on your Vodafone account:

Open the “My Vodafone” app.
Tap “Manage Bars and Extras.”
Find the bar on premium messages and tap it.
Select “Remove” and confirm that the error 0 is gone when you send a premium rate SMS.

7. Check Vodafone Messaging Center Number

The Vodafone messaging center number gives a pathway for your texts to reach their desired destination or recipients. However, if this number is incorrect on your phone, Vodafone won’t let you send messages.

Therefore, check the SMS center number on your Android phone and type in the correct one with these easy steps:

Open the “Messages” app.
Head to “Settings.”
Tap “More Settings.”
Tap “Text Messages.”
Select “Message Center.”
Replace the number with the Vodafone SMS center “447785016005” for the UK.

On an iPhone, open the “Phone” app and dial **5005*7672*+447785016005# to add the Vodafone service center number.

8. Reset APN Settings

APN settings play a vital role in making a connection between your phone and the Vodafone network, allowing you online access and sending or receiving texts.

If these settings get misconfigured for some reason, it might lead to the error 0. To resolve this, reset the APN settings on your phone this way:

iPhone:

Open “Settings.”
Tap “Cellular Data” > “Cellular Data Network.”
Select “Reset Settings” to restore your APN settings to default ones.

Android:

Open Android “Settings.”
Tap “Connections.”
Tap “Mobile Networks.”
Scroll and tap “Access Point Names.”
Tap the three dots.
Tap “Reset to Default.”
Select “Reset” to confirm.

9. Reset Phone Network Settings

Resetting your phone network settings often fixes any misconfigurations that would result in the error code and re-establishes a stable connection to the network.

For this, navigate to “Settings” > “General Management” > “Reset” > “Reset Network Settings” > “Reset Settings” on your Android phone, enter the PIN or password, and tap “Reset.”

For iPhone users:

Open “Settings.”
Scroll and tap “General.”
Select “Transfer or Reset iPhone.”
Tap “Reset.”
Tap “Reset Network Settings.”
Select “Reset.”

Takeaway

In this article, we’ve explored why you are getting the error 0 on Vodafone while sending texts and discussed 9 easy and quick solutions to resolve the issues without hassle.

With these hacks, we hope you get back to sending messages to others on your Vodafone network. However, if the issue persists, contact Vodafone Support so that they can check any problem with your account and resolve it at their end.