HT203516: Get help creating an iCloud backup
Learn about Get help creating an iCloud backup
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Sep 16, 2016 11:36 AM in response to annafrombowling greenby javaliga,You cannot just restore your messages only. Backup/Restore is an all or nothing process. Follow this procedure:
Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support
Of course, make sure you have a backup in place first:
How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
The only other recourse is some third party software that may be able to restore only your messages. Something like:
http://www.iphonebackupextractor.com/
Disclaimer: I have never used this.