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Hi mathy13,
I understand that your carrier informed you that your iPhone sent an automated message that you were charged for, and you'd like to know more about this. I'm happy to provide some help for this.
It is true that when activating iMessage, you need SMS messaging activated. Check out the information in the article below:
If you get an error when trying to activate iMessage or FaceTime - Apple Support
Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities. Cheers!
I understand that your carrier informed you that your iPhone sent an automated message that you were charged for, and you'd like to know more about this. I'm happy to provide some help for this.
It is true that when activating iMessage, you need SMS messaging activated. Check out the information in the article below:
If you get an error when trying to activate iMessage or FaceTime - Apple Support
Make sure that you’re connected to a cellular data or Wi-Fi network. If you're using an iPhone, you need SMS messaging to activate your phone number with iMessage and FaceTime. Depending on your carrier, you might be charged for this SMS.
Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities. Cheers!