How To Fix D9437 - ALE pointer for table &1 with RECN &2 and ACTN &3 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 437

• Message text: ALE pointer for table &1 with RECN &2 and ACTN &3 is missing

What causes this issue?

The data record for table &V1& with RECN = &V2& and ACTN = &V3& is
marked with the function 23: <LS>Wait/Adjust: Data should not be
imported</> in the IDoc. This means, the data record only serves as
information and must already exist in the ALE target system. However,
this is not the case: There is no associated ALE pointer.

System Response

The system is attempting to create the data record and process the IDoc.
If processing of the IDoc fails, this can be the reason.

How to fix this error?

There can be different reasons for the warning message, for example,
Serialization is not active and the IDocs are imported in the wrong
sequence. Check this in the Customizing activity <DS>
<DS:SIMG.OALE_RBDSERCHECK>Check Consistency System-Wide</></> and
activate the serialization in the ALE target system, if necessary, in
the Customizing activity <DS><DS:SIMG.OALE_MAINTAIN_TBD56>Activate
Outbound Business Objects</></> and in the ALE target system <DS>
<DS:SIMG.OALE_MAINTAIN_TBD55>Activate Inbound Business Objects</></>.
Note also the Customizing documentation for <DS>
<DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_120_40_02>Set Up Distribution of Specification Data</>
</> or <DS><DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_140_40_04>Set Up Distribution of Phrase Data
Between Systems</></>. Note especially that the serialization must
be activated for the delta distribution of EH<(>&<)>S data. In order to
correct this problem, the IDoc that the incorrect data record creates
must first be posted.
You use the SAP enhancements for adjusting the IDocs. For more
information, see Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_120_40_20>Specify
Additional Table and Parameter Filter (1)</> and/or <DS>
<DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_120_40_30>Specify Additional Table and Parameter Filter
(2)</></> for specifications and <DS><DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_140_40_01>Specify
Additional Table and Parameter Filter (1)</></> and/or <DS>
<DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_140_40_02>Specify Additional Table and Parameter Filter
(2)</></> for phrases. Check your SAP enhancements, if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9437 - ALE pointer for table &1 with RECN &2 and ACTN &3 is missing ?

  The SAP error message D9437 indicates that there is an issue with the Application Link Enabling (ALE) configuration, specifically related to the pointer for a table that is expected to be present but is missing. This error typically arises in scenarios involving data distribution or replication between different systems or clients.
  Cause:
  The error message D9437 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The ALE configuration for the specific table or object may not be set up correctly, leading to missing pointers.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from finding the required pointers.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration or data was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the ALE setup, they may not be aligned with the standard configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the D9437 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ALE Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction WE20 and verify the partner profiles for the relevant logical systems.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for the message types and distribution model are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Table Entries:
  
  Check the relevant tables (e.g., TBDM, TBDM1, etc.) to ensure that the entries for the specified table and action are present.
  If entries are missing, you may need to recreate them or adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Recreate Pointers:
  
  If the pointers are missing, you may need to recreate them. This can often be done by reinitializing the distribution model or using transaction BD64 to adjust the model.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the missing objects or manually adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not interfering with the standard ALE processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE20 (Partner Profiles)
  BD64 (Distribution Model)
  WE02 (IDoc Display)
  WE19 (Test Tool for IDocs)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on ALE and IDocs for a deeper understanding of how data distribution works in SAP.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the D9437 error in your SAP system.