How To Fix B1473 - ALE recovery tool converts status

B1473 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 473

• Message text: ALE recovery tool converts status

The ALE recovery tool has changed the IDoc status.
The procedure <LS>Determining Recovery Objects</> has ascertained that
this IDoc requires further processing.
The procedure <LS>Processing Recovery Objects</> carries out these
processing activities and changes the IDoc status.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1473 - ALE recovery tool converts status ?

  The SAP error message B1473, which relates to the ALE (Application Link Enabling) recovery tool, typically indicates an issue with the status of an IDoc (Intermediate Document) during processing. This error can occur when the system attempts to convert the status of an IDoc but encounters a problem.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  IDoc Status Issues: The IDoc may be in an inconsistent state or have an invalid status that the recovery tool cannot process.
  Configuration Problems: There may be issues with the ALE configuration or settings that affect IDoc processing.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data within the IDoc may be corrupted or not conforming to expected formats.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP environment that affect IDoc processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the B1473 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to review the status of the IDoc that