ED220 - Messages do not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Messages do not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED220 - Messages do not exist ?

  The SAP error message ED220, which states "Messages do not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified message in the message class. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Message Class: The message class that is supposed to contain the message is not defined or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Message Number: The message number being referenced may be incorrect or does not correspond to any message in the specified message class.
  Transport Issues: If the message class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the message class or the messages within it.
  Custom Development: If the message is part of a custom development, it may not have been properly defined or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message Class: Verify that the message class exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE91 (Message Class Maintenance) to check if the message class is defined and contains the expected messages.
  Verify Message Number: Ensure that the message number you are trying to access is correct and exists within the specified message class.
  Transport Check: If the message class was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully. You may need to re-transport it if there were issues.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the message class. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Custom Development Review: If the message is part of a custom development, review the code to ensure that the message is defined correctly. You may need to consult with the developer responsible for the custom code.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart or a refresh of the message buffer may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE91: To view and maintain message classes.
  SE80: To check for custom developments and their associated messages.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific message class or error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for message handling and message classes for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.