TS 29.579 – 5G SMS-IWMSC Service Based Interface Protocol
3GPP TS 29.579 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G SMS-IWMSC Service Based Interface Protocol. It is published in 4 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.0.0 in Rel-20.
Stage 3 protocol for Niwmsc Service Based Interface in 5G, defining SMS-IWMSC APIs and message flows for mobile-originated SMS transfer.
Releases and versions of TS 29.579
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 29.579
Category: Services (SMS). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 29.579
- TS 29.510 NRF Service-Based Interface
- TS 23.540 5G Service-Based SMS Architecture
- TS 29.571 5G Common Data Types
- TS 23.040 SMS Technical Realization for GSM/UMTS/EPS/5GS
- TS 29.577 IP-SM-GW and SMS Router SBI Stage 3
- TS 24.011 Short Message Service (SMS) Support Procedures
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 23.502 5G System Procedures
- TS 29.500 5G Service Based Architecture
- TS 29.501 5GC SBI API Design Principles
- TR 21.900 3GPP Document Management Working Methods
Other specifications in the 29 series
- TS 29.575 ADRF Service Based Interface
- TS 29.576 MFAF Service Based Interface
- TS 29.577 IP-SM-GW and SMS Router SBI Stage 3
- TS 29.578 Nmnpf Service Based Interface for 5G System
- TS 29.580 MBSF Nmbsf Service-Based Interface
- TS 29.581 Nmbstf Service Based Interface Stage 3
- TS 29.582 MCData Interworking with LMR Systems
- TS 29.583 PIN-9 Personal IoT Network API
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 29.579?
3GPP TS 29.579 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G SMS-IWMSC Service Based Interface Protocol. Stage 3 protocol for Niwmsc Service Based Interface in 5G, defining SMS-IWMSC APIs and message flows for mobile-originated SMS transfer.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 29.579?
TS 29.579 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 29.579 belong to?
TS 29.579 belongs to the Services (SMS) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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