iMessage only recognize Apple ID / Email but not phone number. Why?

I have a small problem with the iMessage. My phone only recognize and auto detect the apple ID but not the phone number who are available for iMessage. Does anyone experienced the same problem?

These print screen below is 2 examples from my contact who actually available for the iMessage with their phone number.

iPhone 4, iOS5

Posted on Oct 13, 2011 6:16 PM

18 replies

makan1

Level 1

21 points

Oct 24, 2011 3:26 AM in response to Septiansyah

oops wrong post sorry guys

mdcastle

Level 1

0 points

Feb 6, 2012 2:50 PM in response to Septiansyah

Try clearing your conversation in iMessage with that particular person. Just worked for me after hours of searching.

In the Messages App go to Edit -> Clear All

TonyynoT

Level 1

4 points

Sep 30, 2012 11:34 AM in response to Septiansyah

go to settings, message, and turn off iMessage.

text somebody.

turn iMessage back on,

then text them again.

then settings, message, and the correct number should be showing.

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iMessage only recognize Apple ID / Email but not phone number. Why?