Can send message to iMessage recipient on iPad but not on Mac

I am using iMessage on my Mac and iPad, I have a friend who sends me messages that come through as iMessages on both devices but when I reply on my Mac it tells me his number is not recognised. I am able to reply from the iPad. Any idea's?

Thank you, this solved the problem, there was an additional mobile number for the contact that was not registered with iMessage.
Thank you for your help

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