Though sms does not require a data plan, it needs a working GSM or CDMA Network connection with call working.
SMS is Short Message Service. It's been around longer than we've had internet on phones, and definitely requires a valid SIM card and a working network connection (data over network isn't necessary, but you should be able to make calls).
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