How To Fix FAGL_ALE059 - No messages exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_ALE - Single Document and Totals Document Transfer

• Message number: 059

• Message text: No messages exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_ALE059 - No messages exist ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_ALE059 ("No messages exist") typically occurs in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module when working with the Application Link Enabling (ALE) framework. This error indicates that there are no messages available for processing in the specified context, which can happen for various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  No Data to Process: The most straightforward reason is that there are simply no messages queued for processing in the system.
  Filter Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve messages may be too restrictive, resulting in no messages being found.
  Message Deletion: Messages may have been processed and deleted from the queue, leading to an empty result set.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the ALE configuration that prevent messages from being generated or sent.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the communication between systems that prevent messages from being created.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message Queue: Verify if there are any messages in the relevant message queue. You can do this using transaction codes like SM58 (for outbound queues) or SLG1 (for application logs).
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using to retrieve messages are correct and not overly restrictive.
  Reprocess Messages: If messages were previously processed, check if they can be reprocessed or if new messages need to be generated.
  Check Configuration: Review the ALE configuration settings in transaction ALE or BD64 to ensure that everything is set up correctly for message distribution.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with message processing or communication.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM58, SLG1, BD87, and BDLS for monitoring and managing ALE messages.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FAGL_ALE059 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FAGL_ALE059 error in your SAP system.