How To Fix D9431 - Error in ALE document distribution

D9431 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Error in ALE document distribution

What causes this issue?

An error occurred distributing the DMS document to the report.

System Response

ALE distribution was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that your system landscape and Customizing settings allow you
to distribute DMS documents using the message type <ZH>DOCMAS</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9431 - Error in ALE document distribution ?

  The SAP error message D9431, which indicates "Error in ALE document distribution," typically arises in the context of Application Link Enabling (ALE) when there is an issue with the distribution of documents between systems. This can occur in scenarios involving IDocs (Intermediate Documents) or when data is being exchanged between different SAP systems or between SAP and non-SAP systems.
  Causes of D9431 Error
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the ALE settings, such as partner profiles, message types, or distribution model.
  IDoc Issues: Problems with the IDoc itself, such as missing mandatory fields, incorrect data formats, or IDoc structure mismatches.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the systems involved in the document distribution.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user or system trying to send or receive the IDoc.
  System Errors: Technical issues in the SAP system, such as memory issues, system downtime, or other runtime errors.
  
  Solutions to D9431 Error
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the ALE configuration settings in