How To Fix /ISDFPS/SYNC163 - Starting ALE status monitor...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/SYNC -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Starting ALE status monitor...

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC163 - Starting ALE status monitor... ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC163 Starting ALE status monitor... typically relates to issues with the Application Link Enabling (ALE) framework in SAP, which is used for data distribution and communication between different SAP systems or between SAP and non-SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The ALE configuration might not be set up correctly. This can include incorrect partner profiles, logical systems, or distribution model settings.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the systems involved in the ALE communication.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to start the ALE status monitor.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may not be able to start the ALE status monitor properly.
  Background Job Issues: If the ALE process is being executed as a background job, there may be issues with the job itself or its scheduling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the ALE configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and BD64 (Distribution Model). Ensure that all settings are correct and that the logical systems are properly defined.
  Network Connectivity: Verify that there are no network issues between the systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to check connectivity.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the ALE status monitor. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance using transaction SM50 or SM66 to check for any performance bottlenecks. If the system is overloaded, consider optimizing performance or scheduling the task during off-peak hours.
  Check Background Jobs: If the ALE process is running as a background job, check the job logs in transaction SM37 for any errors or issues that may have occurred during execution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  BD64: Distribution Model
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM50/SM66: Process Overview
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ALE and IDoc processing for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.