---
page_type: error
code: 33203
message: "33203: Messaging not allowed"
level: ERROR
product: Programmable Wireless
---

## Description

Raised whenever a Command from your SIM is received but not permitted.

### Possible Causes

- The SIM that sent the Command, is not in status `ready` or `active`.
- The associated Rate Plan of the SIM does not have commands enabled.
- Breakout Commands from your SIMs are only permitted for Narrowband SIMs.

### Possible Solutions

- While sending Commands from your SIM, verify that the SIM is either in status `ready` or `active`.
- While sending Commands from your SIM, ensure that the associated Rate Plan of the SIM has commands enabled.