How To Fix XMS_ADM030 - Selected message does not exist (any more)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_ADM - XMS - Administration

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Selected message does not exist (any more)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_ADM030 - Selected message does not exist (any more) ?

  The SAP error message XMS_ADM030 ("Selected message does not exist (any more)") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or SAP Process Integration (PI) when trying to access a message that has either been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as message archiving, deletion due to retention policies, or issues with the message processing.
  Causes:
  
  Message Deletion: The message may have been deleted manually or automatically due to retention settings.
  Archiving: The message could have been archived, and the system is trying to access it from the active database.
  Incorrect Message ID: The message ID being referenced may be incorrect or malformed.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the retrieval of the message.
  Transport Issues: If the message was part of a transport request, it may not have been properly imported into the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message Status: Verify the status of the message in the message monitoring tools (e.g., SXMB_MONI) to see if it exists or has been processed.
  Review Retention Settings: Check the retention settings for messages in your system to ensure that messages are not being deleted too quickly.
  Use Archiving Tools: If the message has been archived, use the appropriate archiving tools to retrieve it if necessary.
  Verify Message ID: Ensure that the message ID you are trying to access is correct and corresponds to an existing message.
  Database Check: Perform a database check to ensure that there are no issues affecting the retrieval of messages.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (e.g., SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on why the message cannot be found.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Monitoring: Familiarize yourself with the message monitoring tools in SAP PI/XI, such as SXMB_MONI, to track message processing and status.
  Retention Policy Configuration: Review the configuration settings for message retention and archiving in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the XMS_ADM030 error message.