/ISDFPS/SYNC198 - OK indicator for ALE inbound prcg not set - inbound prcg not started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/SYNC -

• Message number: 198

• Message text: OK indicator for ALE inbound prcg not set - inbound prcg not started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC198 - OK indicator for ALE inbound prcg not set - inbound prcg not started ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC198 OK indicator for ALE inbound prcg not set - inbound prcg not started typically indicates that there is an issue with the processing of an Application Link Enabling (ALE) inbound process. This error suggests that the inbound processing for a specific message has not been initiated, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The ALE configuration may not be set up correctly. This includes settings in the distribution model, logical systems, or message types.
  Message Status: The message might already be processed or in a status that does not allow for further processing.
  Error in Previous Processing: If there was an error in a previous step of the process, it might prevent the inbound processing from starting.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary authorizations to start the inbound processing.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as network problems, system performance issues, or database locks that prevent the inbound processing from starting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the ALE configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and BD64 (Distribution Model). Ensure that the logical systems and message types are correctly defined.
  Monitor Message Status: Use transaction SM58 to check for any failed RFC calls or transaction SLG1 to look for application logs that might indicate issues with message processing.
  Reprocess Messages: If the message is in an error status, you may need to reprocess it. This can often be done through transaction BD87 (Reprocess IDocs).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to execute the inbound processing.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs for any errors or warnings that might provide more context on why the inbound processing did not start.
  System Performance: Ensure that the system is performing well and that there are no locks or performance issues that could be affecting the processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  BD64: Distribution Model
  SM58: Asynchronous RFC Monitor
  SLG1: Application Log
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ALE and IDoc processing for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.