How To Fix RMSL167 - Message cannot be logged without message number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL - Labeling Application Messages

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Message cannot be logged without message number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSL167 - Message cannot be logged without message number ?

  The SAP error message RMSL167 ("Message cannot be logged without message number") typically occurs when there is an attempt to log a message in the SAP system without a valid message number. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a program or transaction that is expected to log messages for user feedback or error reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message Number: The primary cause of this error is that the program or function module is trying to log a message without specifying a valid message number. This could be due to a coding error or a misconfiguration in the message handling logic.
  Incorrect Message Class: The message class that is being referenced may not be defined correctly, or the message number may not exist in the specified message class.
  Program Logic Error: There may be a logical error in the program that leads to the message logging function being called without a proper message number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Message Number: Ensure that the message number being used in the program is valid and exists in the message class. You can check this in transaction SE91 (Message Class Maintenance).
  Review Code: Look at the code where the message logging is being done. Ensure that the message number is being passed correctly to the logging function. For example, if using MESSAGE statements, ensure they are correctly formatted.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can set breakpoints and debug the program to see where the message logging is being called and why the message number is missing.
  Message Class Maintenance: If the message class or number is missing, you may need to create or modify it in transaction SE91.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific program or transaction to understand the expected behavior and message handling.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE91: To maintain message classes.
  SE80: To view and edit ABAP programs.
  SE37: To check function modules that may be involved in message logging.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific program or transaction you are working with.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RMSL167 error and implement a solution to resolve it.