How To Fix ES291 - Enter a message number for message ID &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Enter a message number for message ID &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES291 - Enter a message number for message ID & ?

  The SAP error message ES291 ("Enter a message number for message ID &") typically occurs when a user is trying to create or modify a message in the SAP system, but the system requires a specific message number associated with a given message ID, and that number has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message Number: The user did not enter a message number when prompted.
  Incorrect Input: The message ID provided may not correspond to a valid message number in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of message types or message classes in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Message Number: Ensure that you enter a valid message number that corresponds to the message ID you are working with. Check the documentation or the message class to find the appropriate message number.
  Check Message ID: Verify that the message ID you are using is correct and that it is configured properly in the system.
  Consult SAP Documentation: Look up the message ID in the SAP documentation or message class to find the correct message number.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify messages in the system.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Classes: In SAP, messages are often organized into message classes. Each message class can contain multiple messages, each identified by a unique message number.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context in which you encounter this error, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., SE91 for message maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter message IDs and numbers to avoid this error in the future.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, it may be beneficial to provide more context about the specific transaction or process you are working with, as this can help in diagnosing the problem more accurately.