How To Fix FMALE000 - ALE distribution is customized but the document cannot be distributed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMALE - Message class for ALE distribution in BCS

• Message number: 000

• Message text: ALE distribution is customized but the document cannot be distributed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMALE000 - ALE distribution is customized but the document cannot be distributed ?

  The SAP error message FMALE000 indicates that there is an issue with the ALE (Application Link Enabling) distribution setup for a document. This error typically arises when the system is unable to distribute a document due to configuration or data issues. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The ALE distribution model may not be correctly configured for the document type you are trying to distribute. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the distribution model or logical system configuration.
  
  
  Document Type Not Supported: The document type you are trying to distribute may not be set up for ALE distribution in the system.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the document that prevent it from being processed for distribution.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the distribution.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the RFC (Remote Function Call) connections or issues with the middleware.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check ALE Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction WE20 and verify the partner profiles for the logical systems involved.
  Ensure that the distribution model is correctly defined in transaction BD64. Check if the document type is included in the model.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to distribute is configured for ALE. This can be checked in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the document for any missing or inconsistent data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the distribution. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check Technical Settings:
  
  Ensure that the RFC connections are correctly set up and that there are no issues with the middleware (like SAP PI/PO) if used.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the failure.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made, test the distribution again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  BD64: Distribution Model
  SLG1: Application Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ALE and IDoc processing for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the FMALE000 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FMALE000 error in your SAP system.