TS 23.540 – 5G Service-Based SMS Architecture
3GPP TS 23.540 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G Service-Based SMS Architecture. Its official 3GPP title is “5G System: Technical realization of Service Based Short Message Service”. It is published in 4 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.0.0 in Rel-20.
Defines the 5G architecture, service interfaces, and procedures for SBI-based mobile-originated and mobile-terminated SMS.
Releases and versions of TS 23.540
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 23.540
Category: Services (Short Message Service). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 23.540
- TS 29.510 NRF Service-Based Interface
- TS 29.500 5G Service Based Architecture
- TS 23.204 SMS over generic IP access; Stage 2
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 23.040 SMS Technical Realization for GSM/UMTS/EPS/5GS
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 23.502 5G System Procedures
- TS 23.632 5G-EPC User Data Interworking Architecture
- TS 29.540 Nsmsf Service-Based Interface for SMSF
- TS 29.503 UDM Service Based Interface
- TS 24.011 Short Message Service (SMS) Support Procedures
- TS 29.573 5G PLMN Interconnection Interface
Specifications that reference TS 23.540
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 23.502 5G System Procedures
- TS 29.510 NRF Service-Based Interface
- TS 23.040 SMS Technical Realization for GSM/UMTS/EPS/5GS
- TS 28.541 5G Network Resource Model (NRM) Stage 2 and 3
- TS 29.503 UDM Service Based Interface
- TS 23.700 Study on SEAL Phase 4
- TS 29.541 NEF South-Bound Interfaces for NIDD and SMS
- TS 29.540 Nsmsf Service-Based Interface for SMSF
- TS 29.577 IP-SM-GW and SMS Router SBI Stage 3
- TR 28.827 Technical Report on 5G Charging for Roaming Scenarios
- TS 29.578 Nmnpf Service Based Interface for 5G System
Other specifications in the 23 series
- TS 23.511 XDM Architecture for NGN
- TS 23.517 IMS Core Architecture for TISPAN NGN
- TS 23.521 SMS over generic 3GPP IP access Stage 2
- TS 23.527 5G Restoration Procedures for N4 Interface
- TS 23.542 PIN Application Enabler Layer Architecture
- TS 23.548 5G Edge Computing Stage 2 Architecture
- TS 23.554 MSGin5G Service Application Architecture
- TS 23.558 Enabling Edge Applications
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 23.540?
3GPP TS 23.540 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G Service-Based SMS Architecture. Defines the 5G architecture, service interfaces, and procedures for SBI-based mobile-originated and mobile-terminated SMS.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 23.540?
TS 23.540 is published in 4 releases, from Rel-17 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.0.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 23.540 belong to?
TS 23.540 belongs to the Services (Short Message Service) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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