How To Fix GS835 - ALE output: Set & not a CO group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 835

• Message text: ALE output: Set & not a CO group

What causes this issue?

You try to send set &V1& to an IDoc of message type COGRP using ALE.
This set is not a <DS:TX.CO_OM_GROUP_TYPES>CO group</>.

System Response

The set will not be transferred to the IDoc structure.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid <DS:TX.CO_OM_GROUP_TYPES>CO group</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS835 - ALE output: Set & not a CO group ?

  The SAP error message GS835, which states "ALE output: Set & not a CO group," typically occurs in the context of Application Link Enabling (ALE) when there is an issue with the configuration of the output settings for a particular document or message type. This error indicates that the system is trying to process an output that is not associated with a valid Controlling (CO) group.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The output type or the associated settings may not be correctly configured in the system. This could involve missing or incorrect entries in the output determination procedure.
  Missing CO Group: The specific output set being referenced does not correspond to a valid CO group in the system. This could happen if the CO group was deleted or not properly defined.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (such as customer or vendor records) may not have the necessary CO group assigned, leading to this error when trying to generate outputs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Verify that the output determination procedure is correctly set up and that the necessary conditions are met.
  
  
  
  Verify CO Group:
  
  Check the configuration of the CO groups in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the Controlling module.
  Ensure that the CO group referenced in the error message exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant business partner (customer/vendor) to ensure that the CO group is assigned correctly.
  If necessary, update the master data to include the correct CO group.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output generation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE for output determination, OBD2 for output types, and KOT2 for CO group settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on ALE configuration and output determination.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the GS835 error in your SAP system.