How To Fix ED029 - Destination message class & must not contain entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Destination message class & must not contain entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED029 - Destination message class & must not contain entries ?

  The SAP error message ED029 ("Destination message class & must not contain entries") typically occurs in the context of SAP's message handling system, particularly when dealing with message classes and their associated entries. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a message class in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Message Class Configuration: The error usually arises when a message class is expected to be empty (i.e., it should not contain any entries), but it has one or more entries defined in it.
  Development or Transport Issues: If you are working in a development environment and have transported objects that include message classes, there may be inconsistencies between the development and production environments.
  Incorrect Deletion: Sometimes, an attempt to delete a message class or its entries may not have been executed properly, leading to residual entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Class Entries:
  
  Go to transaction SE91 (Message Class Maintenance).
  Enter the message class that is causing the error and check if there are any entries present.
  If there are entries and the message class is supposed to be empty, you may need to delete these entries.
  
  
  
  Delete Unwanted Entries:
  
  If you find entries that should not be there, you can delete them directly in SE91.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to message classes.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the error is occurring after a transport, check the transport logs to see if there were any issues during the transport of message classes.
  You may need to re-transport the message class or correct the entries in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, other objects or programs may reference the message class. Ensure that there are no dependencies that require the message class to have entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to message classes and error ED029 for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE91: Message Class Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check for related objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ED029 error and ensure that your message classes are configured correctly. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.