DDLS739 - Message number & from SD_EXPRESSION is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 739

• Message text: Message number & from SD_EXPRESSION is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS739 - Message number & from SD_EXPRESSION is unknown ?

  The SAP error message DDLS739, which states "Message number & from SD_EXPRESSION is unknown," typically occurs in the context of ABAP development or when working with data dictionary objects. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific message number associated with the message class SD_EXPRESSION.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message Class: The message class SD_EXPRESSION may not be defined in the system, or the specific message number that is being referenced does not exist within that class.
  Transport Issues: If the message class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing entries.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the message class may not have been activated or created properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Class:
  
  Go to transaction SE91 (Message Class) and check if the message class SD_EXPRESSION exists.
  If it exists, verify that the specific message number you are trying to use is defined within that class.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Message:
  
  If the message class does not exist or the message number is missing, you can create a new message or update the existing message class by adding the required message number.
  Ensure that you provide a meaningful text for the message.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the message class was supposed to be transported, check the transport request to ensure it was successfully imported into the target system.
  If necessary, re-transport the message class from the source system.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the message number or class name being referenced in your code.
  
  
  
  Activate the Message Class:
  
  If you have made changes to the message class, make sure to activate it to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE91: To manage message classes.
  SE80: To work with development objects, including message classes.
  SE11: To view and manage data dictionary objects.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on message classes and error handling in ABAP.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.