EA598 - The ALE table is not yet defined for process code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 598

• Message text: The ALE table is not yet defined for process code &

What causes this issue?

In the case of process codes for inbound processing, which are created
for processing via function modules, the ID - the processing function
module here - is not maintained from this screen, but in the ALE table
'Function modules for ALE-EDI inbound processing'. In addition, further
entries are required for this combination.
In order to be able to use process code &v1& for processing, an entry
for this process code must also exist in the ALE table.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Include an entry for process code &v1& in the ALE table.

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Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA598 - The ALE table is not yet defined for process code & ?

  The SAP error message EA598, which states "The ALE table is not yet defined for process code &," typically occurs in the context of Application Link Enabling (ALE) when the system is trying to process a message type that has not been properly configured in the ALE settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually indicates that the ALE table for the specified process code has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the necessary configuration steps have not been completed.
  Incorrect Process Code: The process code being referenced may not exist or may be incorrectly specified in the configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been fully set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ALE Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and ensure that the partner profile for the relevant logical system is correctly set up.
  Check transaction WE41 (Process Codes) to see if the process code in question is defined. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  Use transaction WE42 (Message Types) to ensure that the message type is correctly linked to the process code.
  
  
  
  Define the ALE Table:
  
  If the ALE table is indeed missing, you will need to define it. This can typically be done in transaction WE30 (IDoc Types) or WE31 (IDoc Segments) depending on what is required.
  Ensure that the necessary IDoc types and segments are created and activated.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually recreate it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to ALE configuration for any specific requirements or additional steps that may be necessary for your particular scenario.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE41: Process Codes
  WE42: Message Types
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE31: IDoc Segments
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on ALE configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.