IMessage activation error iOS 8.1

iPad asking for Apple id when trying to open iMessage.........after submitting password, imessage activation error message appears.

Hi chrisfromst. mellons,
If you are having an issue with Messages activation, I would suggest that you troubleshoot using the steps in this article - 
iOS: Troubleshooting Messages
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Brett L 

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