I've switched mobile carriers from US Mobile to Tracfone and when I go to Google messages turn on rcs chats it says status not supported RCS chats have been disabled. I've tried for past few days to enable but not working.
Data Requirements: A,{" "}active data connection is required; some users report needing a minimum data balance in their plan for activation.
"Stuck on Setup": If RCS hangs on "Setting up," try clearing the Google Messages cache, turning on Airplane mode briefly, or waiting up to 48 hours for activation. Which devices are compatible with Advanced Messaging (RCS)?
Advanced Messaging for Tracfone is currently available on all Android smartphones through the Google Messages app.
Wait for Propagation: Porting can take 24โ48 hours for all services, including RCS, to fully activate.
Clear App Data (Most Successful Fix): Go to Settings > Apps, find Google Messages, and clear its cache and data. Repeat this for the Carrier Services app, then restart your phone.
Toggle RCS/Turn Off & On: In Google Messages, go to Settings > RCS Chats and turn them off, then back on.
Fix "Stuck on Setup" - Airplane Mode: Turn on Airplane mode, clear cache/data for Carrier Services and Messages, turn off Airplane mode, and restart.
Verify Phone Number: In Google Messages, check if the RCS chat setting displays the correct phone number. If it shows an old number or none, it is not properly registered.
Deregister Old Service: If you moved from an iPhone, ensure your number is deregistered from iMessage. If you moved from another Android, you may need to use the Google disable-chat tool.
Reset Network Settings: Navigate to Settings > System > Reset Options > Reset network settings to refresh connectivity.
If these steps fail, contact Tracfone support to verify that your SIM card and plan are compatible with RCS, as some
