How To Fix 3G247 - Error in the ALE receiver determination for object &1 and method &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Error in the ALE receiver determination for object &1 and method &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G247 - Error in the ALE receiver determination for object &1 and method &2 ?

  The SAP error message 3G247 indicates an issue with the Application Link Enabling (ALE) receiver determination process. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to determine the appropriate receiver for a given object and method during the ALE processing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The receiver determination configuration for the specified object and method may not be set up correctly in the ALE settings.
  Incorrect Object/Method: The object (&1) or method (&2) specified in the error message may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer settings that prevent the system from determining the correct receiver.
  Logical System Configuration: The logical system configuration may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to issues in identifying the receiver.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to access the required configuration or data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ALE Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction WE20 and verify the partner profiles for the relevant logical systems. Ensure that the correct message types and processing types are defined.
  Check the distribution model using transaction BD64 to ensure that the object and method are correctly assigned to the appropriate receivers.
  
  
  
  Verify Object and Method:
  
  Ensure that the object and method specified in the error message are valid and correctly defined in the system. You can check the relevant configuration or documentation for the specific object and method.
  
  
  
  Review Logical System Settings:
  
  Check the logical system settings in transaction SALE to ensure that all necessary logical systems are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Layer:
  
  Ensure that the transport layer settings are correctly configured. You can check this in transaction SCC4 or SCC1 depending on your system setup.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to perform the ALE receiver determination. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the ALE processing to identify where the receiver determination is failing. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  BD64: Distribution Model
  SALE: Logical System Configuration
  SCC4: Client Administration
  SCC1: Transport Management
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ALE and IDoc processing for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the 3G247 error in your SAP system.