How To Fix CB305 - Destination & for message category & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Destination & for message category & is not defined

What causes this issue?

The destination &V2& is assigned to the selected process message via its
message category &V1&. However, this destination is not defined any
more in Customizing. The message has not been sent to the destination
&V2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

RESET N1
Check and, if necessary, correct the definition of the message category
&V1& in Customizing.
If necessary define the destination &V2& in Customizing.
INCLUDE 'NA_EMPF_SEND' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Otherwise, manually post the message data if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB305 - Destination & for message category & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message CB305 typically indicates that a destination for a specific message category is not defined in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to send messages or notifications through the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP's message control functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the destination for the specified message category has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Message Category: The message category specified may not exist or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the defined destinations.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > General Application Functions > Message Control > Define Message Categories.
  Check if the message category in question is defined. If not, you will need to create it and specify the appropriate destination.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Configurations:
  
  Use transaction code NACE to check the message types and their configurations.
  Ensure that the message type is correctly linked to the message category and that the destination is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the message control settings and the defined destinations.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the configuration was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Control: SAP's message control allows for the configuration of how messages are sent and processed within the system. Understanding how to configure message types and categories is crucial for resolving issues like CB305.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE (for message control), SPRO (for configuration), and SE11 (for data dictionary) to navigate through the system effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or community forums for additional insights and troubleshooting steps related to message control and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.