How To Fix /ISDFPS/SYNC081 - Import these transport requests before starting ALE inbound processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/SYNC -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Import these transport requests before starting ALE inbound processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC081 - Import these transport requests before starting ALE inbound processing ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC081 Import these transport requests before starting ALE inbound processing typically occurs in the context of Application Link Enabling (ALE) when there are transport requests that need to be imported into the system before you can proceed with ALE inbound processing. This error is often related to the configuration of the system and the synchronization of data between different SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Pending Transport Requests: The error indicates that there are transport requests that have not been imported into the target system. These requests may contain necessary configuration or data that is required for the ALE inbound processing to function correctly.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to handle the incoming ALE messages due to missing objects or settings that are part of the pending transport requests.
  Transport Order Issues: There may be issues with the transport orders themselves, such as them being in a locked state or not being released.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Import Transport Requests:
  
  Check the transport directory for any pending transport requests that need to be imported.
  Use transaction code STMS (Transport Management System) to import the necessary transport requests into the system.
  Ensure that all relevant transport requests are imported before starting the ALE inbound processing.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  Review the transport logs to identify any errors or issues that occurred during the import process. This can help you troubleshoot any problems that may have arisen.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  After importing the transport requests, verify that the necessary configurations for ALE are in place. This includes checking the distribution model, partner profiles, and any relevant settings in transaction codes like BD64 (Distribution Model) and WE20 (Partner Profiles).
  
  
  
  Restart ALE Processing:
  
  Once the transport requests have been successfully imported and configurations verified, restart the ALE inbound processing to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  BD64: Distribution Model
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  SMQ1/SMQ2: Monitor inbound/outbound queues for ALE processing
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ALE and IDoc processing for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully proceed with ALE inbound processing.