How To Fix B5ALE027 - Length of object key is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B5ALE - ALE Customizing Distribution Messages

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Length of object key is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B5ALE027 - Length of object key is not valid ?

  The SAP error message B5ALE027, which states "Length of object key is not valid," typically occurs in the context of ALE (Application Link Enabling) or IDoc processing. This error indicates that the length of the object key being processed does not meet the expected criteria defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The object key length may not be configured correctly in the ALE settings or IDoc type definition.
  Data Issues: The data being sent or received may have an incorrect format or length, leading to validation failures.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate object keys, they may not adhere to the expected length.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the sender and receiver systems in terms of the object key definition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the ALE configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definition) to ensure that the object key length is correctly defined.
  Verify the IDoc type definition in transaction WE30 to ensure that the segments and fields are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Inspect the data being processed to ensure that the object key adheres to the expected length. You can use transaction WE02 to view IDocs and check for any anomalies in the data.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it generates or processes object keys correctly. Make sure that the length of the keys matches the expected length defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that both the sender and receiver systems are on compatible versions and have the same configurations for object keys. If there are any discrepancies, consider updating the systems.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific IDoc type or ALE configuration you are working with. There may be specific notes addressing this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again. Use transaction WE19 to simulate IDoc processing and validate the object key length.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE21: Port Definition
  WE30: IDoc Types
  WE02: Display IDocs
  WE19: Test IDoc
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the B5ALE027 error and implement a solution to resolve it.