How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_DIS258 - ALE filter for &1 partially deleted (RC = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 258

• Message text: ALE filter for &1 partially deleted (RC = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS258 - ALE filter for &1 partially deleted (RC = &2) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS258 ALE filter for &1 partially deleted (RC = &2) typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with Application Link Enabling (ALE) and data distribution.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that there is an issue with the ALE filter configuration for a specific object (denoted by &1). The "partially deleted" status suggests that the filter is not fully active or has been incorrectly configured, leading to a return code (RC) of &2 that indicates the specific nature of the issue.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The ALE filter may not have been fully set up or may have been partially deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that the filter is supposed to manage.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, it may not have been fully applied.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization problems preventing the filter from being accessed or executed properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check ALE Filter Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction WE30 (for IDoc types) or WE20 (for partner profiles) and verify the configuration of the ALE filters.
  Ensure that the filters are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Filter:
  
  If the filter appears to be partially deleted, consider recreating it. This can often resolve issues related to incomplete configurations.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Re-transport the configuration if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the ALE filters.
  
  
  
  Check Logs and Return Codes:
  
  Investigate the return code (RC = &2) to understand the specific nature of the error. You can look up the return code in SAP documentation or forums for more detailed insights.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE30, WE20, BD87, and SM58 for monitoring and troubleshooting ALE and IDoc issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on ALE and IDoc processing for a deeper understanding of how filters work and how to configure them properly.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message related to the ALE filter in your SAP system.