Why do I keep getting a "failed" response when I try to open a text message?

[Android Central Question]

My phone was working fine and then it just quit. When I try to download a text message, I get a "failed" notice. Also, there's a little envelope in the upper left corner with an "x" through it. I have a Samsung Galaxy Stardust phone.

 

[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! Is that the only thing that stopped working? Can you send texts, or make/receive phone calls?

The first thing I'd do is talk to the carrier to see if there's a problem with the network, or possibly with the phone's SIM card.