/ISDFPS/PM_DIS254 - Cannot set ALE filter for &1 (RC = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Cannot set ALE filter for &1 (RC = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS254 - Cannot set ALE filter for &1 (RC = &2) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS254 Cannot set ALE filter for &1 (RC = &2) typically occurs in the context of Application Link Enabling (ALE) when there is an issue with setting up the filter for a specific object or message type. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the underlying data.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The ALE configuration might not be set up correctly for the specific message type or object.
  Authorization Problems: The user or system might lack the necessary authorizations to set the ALE filter.
  Data Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the relevant tables that the ALE process relies on.
  Technical Errors: There might be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the RFC connection or the logical system configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check ALE Configuration:
  
  Verify the ALE configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definition).
  Ensure that the message type and object are correctly defined and that the filters are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the operation.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the relevant tables for any inconsistencies or missing entries that might affect the ALE process.
  Ensure that the data being processed is valid and complete.
  
  
  
  Check RFC Connections:
  
  Verify the RFC connections in transaction SM59 to ensure they are correctly configured and active.
  Test the connections to ensure they are functioning properly.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE20 - Partner Profiles
  WE21 - Port Definition
  SM59 - RFC Destinations
  SLG1 - Application Log
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to ALE and IDoc processing for more insights into configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.