How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_DIS254 - Cannot set ALE filter for &1 (RC = &2)

/ISDFPS/PM_DIS254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Cannot set ALE filter for &1 (RC = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS254 - Cannot set ALE filter for &1 (RC = &2) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS254 Cannot set ALE filter for &1 (RC = &2) typically occurs in the context of Application Link Enabling (ALE) when there is an issue with setting up the filter for a specific object or message type. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the underlying data.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The ALE configuration might not be set up correctly for the specific message type or object.
  Authorization Problems: The user or system might lack the necessary authorizations to set the ALE filter.
  Data Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the relevant tables that the ALE process relies on.
  Technical Errors: There might be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the RFC connection or the logical system configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check ALE Configuration:
  
  Verify the ALE configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE21 (Port Definition).
  Ensure that the message type and object