How To Fix XT191 - Message &1&2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Message &1&2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to display a message that does not exist in this
system.

System Response

The message <LS>&V1&&V2&</> does not appear.

How to fix this error?

Call the TMS (transaction STMS) in system <LS>&V3&</> and then start
the Alert Viewer.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT191 - Message &1&2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message XT191, which states "Message &1&2 does not exist," typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a message that is not defined in the message class. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a program, transaction, or when trying to display a message that has not been properly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Message Definition: The message you are trying to access is not defined in the message class.
  Incorrect Message Class: The message class being referenced may be incorrect or not properly assigned.
  Transport Issues: If the message was recently added or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system you are working in.
  Custom Development: If the message is part of a custom development, it may not have been implemented correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Message Class:
  
  Use transaction SE91 to check the message class and ensure that the message number exists.
  If the message does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the message class reference in your program or configuration.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Message:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can create or modify the message in the message class using transaction SE91.
  Ensure that the message text is properly defined and saved.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program, review the code to ensure that the correct message class and message number are being used.
  Check for any hardcoded values that may not correspond to existing messages.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the message was recently added or modified, ensure that the transport request containing the changes has been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the message is part of a standard SAP application, consult the relevant SAP documentation or support notes to see if there are any known issues or updates related to the message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it is related to standard SAP functionality.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE91: Message Class Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check for custom developments)
  SE37: Function Module (if the message is being called from a function module)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the code to trace where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the XT191 error and implement a solution.