How To Fix SM02002 - Specify a system message

SM02002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SM02 - Texts for System Messages and Function Group SM02

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Specify a system message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SM02002 - Specify a system message ?

  The SAP error message SM02002, which states "Specify a system message," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or execution of a transaction or program in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, but it generally indicates that the system is expecting a specific message or input that has not been provided.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Message Class or Number: The system is trying to reference a message that does not exist or is not properly defined in the message class.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the system messages in the SAP system.
  Programmatic Errors: If a custom program or transaction is involved, there may be a coding error that leads to this message being triggered.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute certain messages.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message Class: Verify that the message class and message number being referenced