How To Fix CRM_MESSAGES029 - A short-lived message must not be an error message! (customizing!)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MESSAGES - Output for CRM Output Collector

• Message number: 029

• Message text: A short-lived message must not be an error message! (customizing!)

What causes this issue?

Message &V1& &V2& was flagged as an error message in customizing.
However, it is valid as a short-lived message by development. This
means that it should be deleted the next time you change screens.
This is not possible for error messages.

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?

Change the category for message &V1& &V2& in customizing from &V3& to
warning or info.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MESSAGES029 - A short-lived message must not be an error message! (customizing!) ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MESSAGES029 indicates that a short-lived message has been defined as an error message in the system, which is not allowed. Short-lived messages are typically used for informational purposes and should not interrupt the flow of processing like error messages do.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a configuration issue in the message management settings of the SAP CRM system. Specifically, it occurs when a message that is intended to be short-lived (i.e., it should appear briefly and not require user intervention) is incorrectly classified as an error message, which is meant to indicate a serious issue that requires resolution.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to check and modify the message configuration in the SAP system. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access the Message Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to SAP Customizing Implementation Guide > Customer Relationship Management > Basic Functions > Messages > Define Message Types.
  
  
  
  Review Message Types:
  
  Look for the message type that corresponds to the message number 029.
  Check the settings for this message type to ensure that it is not set as an error message if it is intended to be short-lived.
  
  
  
  Adjust Message Settings:
  
  If the message is incorrectly classified, change its type to a suitable category (e.g., informational or warning) that aligns with its intended use.
  Ensure that the message is marked as short-lived if that is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the functionality that triggered the error to ensure that the message now behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality assurance and production environments as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Types: In SAP, messages can be classified into different types such as error, warning, and information. Each type has different behaviors and user interactions.
  Short-lived Messages: These messages are typically used for notifications that do not require user action and should disappear after a short time.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.