How To Fix SXMSF036 - No messages exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SXMSF -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No messages exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SXMSF036 - No messages exist ?

  The SAP error message SXMSF036: No messages exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or Process Integration (PI) when you are trying to view or process messages in the message monitoring tools, such as the Integration Engine or the Message Monitoring transaction (SXMB_MONI).
  Cause:
  
  
  No Messages Processed: The most straightforward reason for this error is that there are simply no messages in the system that match the criteria you are searching for. This could be due to:
  
  No messages have been sent or received.
  Messages have been processed and deleted from the monitoring view.
  
  
  
  Filter Criteria: The filter criteria you are using in the monitoring tool may be too restrictive, leading to no results being returned.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the message processing system, database issues, or configuration problems.
  
  
  Message Archiving: If messages have been archived, they will not appear in the standard monitoring view.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Flow: Ensure that messages are being sent and received correctly. You can check the sender and receiver systems to confirm that messages are being processed.
  
  
  Adjust Filter Criteria: Review and adjust the filter criteria in the monitoring tool. Make sure you are not filtering out messages unintentionally.
  
  
  Check System Logs: Look at the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with message processing.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the Integration Engine or the relevant components is correct. This includes checking the communication channels, mappings, and routing configurations.
  
  
  Check Archiving Settings: If messages are archived, you may need to check the archiving settings and retrieve archived messages if necessary.
  
  
  Restart Services: In some cases, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system may resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SXMB_MONI: Message Monitoring
  SXMB_IFR: Integration Framework
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for XI/PI for detailed information on message processing and monitoring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to message processing or the error message SXMSF036.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or PI/PO team for further investigation.