How To Fix HL650 - Message &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HL - IWB: Help Links

• Message number: 650

• Message text: Message &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HL650 - Message &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HL650 ("Message &1 does not exist") typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a message or a record that cannot be found in the database. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with message classes, transaction codes, or specific data entries.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Message Class: The message class that is being referenced does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Message Number: The message number being called does not exist within the specified message class.
  Transport Issues: If the message class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Custom Development: If the message is part of a custom development, it may not have been defined properly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain message classes or records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message Class: Verify that the message class exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE91 (Message Class Maintenance) to check if the message class is defined.
  Verify Message Number: Ensure that the message number you are trying to access is valid within the message class. You can check this in the same transaction (SE91).
  Transport Check: If the message class was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully. You may need to re-transport it if there were issues.
  Custom Development Review: If the message is part of a custom program, review the code to ensure that the message class and number are correctly referenced.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the message class. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during a specific transaction or program, consider debugging the program to identify where the message is being called and why it is not found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE91: Use this transaction to manage message classes and check for existing messages.
  Transaction SE80: This transaction can be used to explore the development objects, including message classes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific message class or error message.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or transaction where the error occurs to understand the context better.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.