How To Fix EE_AMI_MSG012 - Message with ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EE_AMI_MSG - Message Class for AMI Messaging

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Message with ID &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The message with ID &V1& does not exist or has been archived.

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?

If you want to see the archived messages, access the device (for example
using transaction EG43) and display all messages for one device from the
archive.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EE_AMI_MSG012 - Message with ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EE_AMI_MSG012 with the description "Message with ID &1 does not exist" typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a message ID that is not defined in the message class. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, transaction, or when processing data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message ID: The specified message ID does not exist in the message class. This could be due to a typo, a missing entry, or an incomplete implementation.
  Configuration Issues: The message class may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the message class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing entries.
  Custom Development: If the message ID is part of a custom development, it may not have been defined or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Class: 
  
  Use transaction code SE91 to check the message class associated with the message ID. Ensure that the message ID exists and is correctly defined.
  If the message ID is missing, you may need to create it or correct any typos in the ID being referenced.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: 
  
  If the error arises from custom code, review the code to ensure that the correct message ID is being used. Make sure that the message ID is defined in the corresponding message class.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the message class was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the system configuration is correct and that all necessary components are activated. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If the message ID is part of a standard SAP application, consult the SAP documentation or support notes for any known issues or updates related to that message ID.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE91: Message Class Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check for custom developments)
  SE37: Function Module (if the error is related to a function module)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the code where the error occurs to trace the source of the message ID being referenced.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.