Why won't my new iphone 5 sync my text messages from my old iphone 4S

I have managed to sync all other items on to my iphone5 but the texts are not syncing. I also cannot find a section under the sync options to select texts messages - I thought this would automatically transfer from the backup of the content of my old iphone 4S.
Anyone know how to sync old texts messages across?
Thanks!

YOu don't sync text message, they are part of your backup.  IF you backup your 4s and restored your 5 from that backup, text message should be on your new phone.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1766
you sync contacts/calendar/music/photos and apps to your phone via itunes.

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