How To Fix HRWFD001 - ALE inbound processing: Wrong message type in func. module &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRWFD - Messages for WFD-HCM integration

• Message number: 001

• Message text: ALE inbound processing: Wrong message type in func. module &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWFD001 - ALE inbound processing: Wrong message type in func. module &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message HRWFD001 indicates an issue with the ALE (Application Link Enabling) inbound processing, specifically that the message type being processed is incorrect for the function module being called. This error typically arises in the context of workflows or data transfer between different SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type being sent does not match the expected message type for the function module being invoked.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the ALE settings or in the workflow configuration that leads to the wrong message type being processed.
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of the systems involved, the message types may not align correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling the message types correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRWFD001 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Message Type: Verify the message type being sent and ensure it matches the expected message type for the function module. You can do this by checking the ALE configuration in transaction WE20 and the relevant function module in transaction SE37.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to transaction WE30 to check the IDoc type and ensure that it is correctly configured.
  Check the distribution model in transaction BD64 to ensure that the message types are correctly defined and mapped.
  
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the system, you can debug the function module to see what message type is being processed and where the mismatch occurs.
  
  
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the message types.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific function module and message type to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the correct message types are being processed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE30: IDoc Types
  BD64: Distribution Model
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for ALE and IDoc processing to understand the expected configurations and message types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.