How To Fix -5002 - ALE inbound processing: Incorrect message type & in FM & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: -5 -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: ALE inbound processing: Incorrect message type & in FM & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message -5002 - ALE inbound processing: Incorrect message type & in FM & & & ?

  The SAP error message -5002 ALE inbound processing: Incorrect message type & in FM & & & typically indicates that there is an issue with the message type being processed in the Application Link Enabling (ALE) framework. This error occurs when the system receives a message type that it does not recognize or is not configured to handle in the specified function module (FM).
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type being sent does not match any of the expected message types in the receiving system.
  Configuration Issues: The ALE configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the message type.
  Missing Function Module: The function module specified in the error may not be implemented or may not be able to handle the incoming message type.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the sending and receiving systems, leading to incompatibility in message types.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent may not conform to the expected format for the specified message type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message Type: Verify that the message type being sent is correct and is defined in the receiving system. You can check this in transaction WE81 (Message Types) and WE82 (Message Type/IDoc Type).
  Review ALE Configuration: Ensure that the ALE configuration is correctly set up. This includes checking the distribution model (transaction BD64) and ensuring that the message type is included in the model.
  Function Module Verification: Check the function module mentioned in the error message to ensure it is implemented correctly and can handle the incoming message type. You can use transaction SE37 to view the function module.
  Check IDoc Types: Ensure that the IDoc type associated with the message type is correctly defined and that the structure matches what is expected.
  Debugging: If necessary, you can debug the inbound processing to see where the error occurs. Use transaction WE19 to test IDocs and simulate the inbound processing.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific message type and function module for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE81: Message Types
  WE82: Message Type/IDoc Type
  BD64: Distribution Model
  WE19: Test IDoc
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the message type or function module.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.