How To Fix ED229 - Specify message class and message number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Specify message class and message number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED229 - Specify message class and message number ?

  The SAP error message ED229 ("Specify message class and message number") typically occurs when the system is expecting a message class and message number to be specified, but they are either missing or incorrectly defined. This error is often encountered in the context of message handling in SAP, particularly when working with custom messages or when configuring message types.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameters: The error usually arises when a program or function module is trying to display a message but has not been provided with the necessary parameters (message class and message number).
  Incorrect Configuration: If the message class or message number is incorrectly configured or does not exist in the system, this error can occur.
  Custom Development Issues: If there is custom code that is supposed to handle messages but does not correctly specify the message class and number, this error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Class and Number:
  
  Ensure that the message class and message number you are trying to use are correctly defined in the system. You can check this in transaction SE91 (Message Class).
  If you are using a custom message, make sure it has been created and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error is occurring in custom development, review the code to ensure that the message class and message number are being passed correctly to the message display function (e.g., MESSAGE statement).
  Example of a correct usage:
  MESSAGE 'Your message text' TYPE 'I' DISPLAY LIKE 'E' ID 'ZMY_MSG_CLASS' NUMBER '001'.
  
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you are unable to identify the issue, consider using the debugger to trace where the error is being triggered. This can help you identify if the parameters are being set correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If this error occurs after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects (including message classes) have been transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights or similar issues encountered by other users.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE91: Used to create and manage message classes.
  Transaction SE80: Object Navigator, where you can find and analyze the relevant programs or function modules.
  Message Types: Understand the different message types (e.g., I for Information, E for Error) and how they are used in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the ED229 error in your SAP system.