TS 23.040 – SMS Technical Realization for GSM/UMTS/EPS/5GS
3GPP TS 23.040 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SMS Technical Realization for GSM/UMTS/EPS/5GS. Its official 3GPP title is “Technical realization of the Short Message Service (SMS)”. It is published in 18 releases (R99 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.0.0 in Rel-20.
Defines Short Message Service (SMS) architecture, service elements, routing, and protocol layering across GSM, UMTS, EPS, and 5GS networks for mobile-originated and mobile-terminated messaging.
Releases and versions of TS 23.040
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-7 | 7.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-6 | 6.9.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-5 | 5.9.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-4 | 4.10.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R99 | 3.11.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 23.040
Category: Services (Messaging). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 23.040
- TS 23.041 Cell Broadcast Service and Public Warning System
- 44.008 Mobile radio interface layer 3 specification
- TS 24.008 NAS Call, Mobility and Session Procedures
- TS 24.011 Short Message Service (SMS) Support Procedures
- TS 27.005 SMS Control Protocols for GSM/UMTS
- TS 29.002 Mobile Application Part (MAP) Specification
- 51.011 Specification of the Subscriber Identity Module ‑ Mobile Equipment (SIM‑ ME) interface
- TS 22.022 ME Personalisation Features for GSM/3G
- TS 23.042 Data Compression and Decompression for 3GPP
- TS 23.060 GPRS Stage 2 Service Description
- TS 31.115 Secured Packet Structure for UICC Applications
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
Specifications that reference TS 23.040
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 23.502 5G System Procedures
- TS 24.008 NAS Call, Mobility and Session Procedures
- TS 23.060 GPRS Stage 2 Service Description
- TS 26.114 IMS Multimedia Telephony Client
- TS 23.002 3GPP System Architecture Overview
- TS 29.002 Mobile Application Part (MAP) Specification
- TS 24.301 EPS NAS Mobility and Session Management
- TS 23.682 Architecture for MTC and SCEF Enhancements
- TS 28.541 5G Network Resource Model (NRM) Stage 2 and 3
- TS 31.102 USIM Application Specification
- TS 29.122 T8 SCEF Service Exposure APIs
Other specifications in the 23 series
- TS 23.034 HSCSD Stage 2 Service Description
- TS 23.035 Immediate Service Termination (IST) Stage 2
- TS 23.038 Character Sets, Languages and Message Handling Requirements for SMS, CBS and USSD
- TS 23.039 SMSC to SME Interface Protocols
- TS 23.041 Cell Broadcast Service and Public Warning System
- TS 23.042 Data Compression and Decompression for 3GPP
- TS 23.043 GSM Videotex Service Support
- TS 23.044 GSM Teletex Service Support
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 23.040?
3GPP TS 23.040 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SMS Technical Realization for GSM/UMTS/EPS/5GS. Defines Short Message Service (SMS) architecture, service elements, routing, and protocol layering across GSM, UMTS, EPS, and 5GS networks for mobile-originated and mobile-terminated messaging.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 23.040?
TS 23.040 is published in 18 releases, from R99 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.0.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 23.040 belong to?
TS 23.040 belongs to the Services (Messaging) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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