How To Fix AV208 - &1 measurement units transferred to ALE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AV - Decentral Order Control DASS

• Message number: 208

• Message text: &1 measurement units transferred to ALE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AV208 - &1 measurement units transferred to ALE ?

  The SAP error message AV208 typically relates to issues with the transfer of measurement units in the context of Application Link Enabling (ALE). This error can occur when there are inconsistencies or problems with the measurement units being transferred between systems.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Measurement Units: The measurement units defined in the source system may not match those in the target system.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for measurement units in the ALE settings may not be properly set up.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may be issues with the data being transferred, such as incorrect formatting or missing data.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the ALE process, they may not handle measurement units correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Measurement Units: Verify that the measurement units in both the source and target systems are consistent and correctly defined. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant SAP modules (like Material Management or Sales and Distribution).
  
  
  ALE Configuration: Review the ALE configuration settings to ensure that measurement units are included in the data transfer. This can be done in transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definition).
  
  
  Data Mapping: Ensure that the mapping of measurement units between the systems is correctly defined. This may involve checking the IDoc types and segments involved in the transfer.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. You can use transaction WE02 or WE05 to analyze the IDocs and see if there are any specific issues reported.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transfer to ensure that the measurement units are now being transferred correctly without errors.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ALE and measurement units for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the IDoc types that are relevant to your business processes, as they may contain segments for measurement units.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the AV208 error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AV208 error and implement a solution to resolve it.