How To Fix SD051 - Message & & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Message & & & does not exist

What causes this issue?

There is no message in the system language with the specified ID and
number.

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?

Check your entries and the language setting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD051 - Message & & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SD051 ("Message & & & does not exist") typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when the system is unable to find a specific message that is expected to be available in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the processing of sales orders, deliveries, or billing documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message Configuration: The message type that the system is trying to access may not be configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the message control settings.
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type being referenced may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may be referencing a message that is not defined.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the message configuration may not have been included or properly transported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (Message Control).
  Select the appropriate application area (e.g., Sales, Shipping).
  Check if the message type that is causing the error is defined and active.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Message Types:
  
  Ensure that the message type is correctly defined in the relevant configuration settings.
  Check if the message is set up for the correct output type and that the necessary conditions for triggering the message are met.
  
  
  
  Custom Development Review:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is referencing valid message types.
  Consult with the development team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects related to message configuration were included in the transport request.
  If not, you may need to transport the missing configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific message type or error for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE - Message Control
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SD051 error and implement a solution to resolve it.