How To Fix QS733 - Changes cannot be distributed using ALE

QS733 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 733

• Message text: Changes cannot be distributed using ALE

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a validity period for the inspection method and have
made the setting in Customizing that the inspection method should be
distributed when you save with ALE.

You want to delete a validity period for the inspection method with the
setting that the inspection method should be
distributed when you save with ALE.
However, in the following situations the validity period cannot be
deleted:
The validity period that you want to delete is the only validity period
for this inspection method. After deletion no validity period would be
available in the system.
A version of the validity period to be deleted is still used in the
target system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you delete the inspection method, you might need to ensure that your
inspection methods have the same status in the target system.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS733 - Changes cannot be distributed using ALE ?

  The SAP error message QS733 indicates that changes made to a particular object cannot be distributed using Application Link Enabling (ALE). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics and production planning modules, where data needs to be synchronized across different systems or clients.
  Cause of QS733 Error
  The QS733 error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data you are trying to distribute may not be consistent or complete, leading to issues during the distribution process.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the ALE settings, such as incorrect distribution model settings or missing logical systems.
  
  
  Object Type Restrictions: Certain object types may not be allowed for distribution via ALE. This can happen if the object is not set up for ALE distribution in the system.
  
  
  Change Status: The object you are trying to distribute may be in a status that does not allow for distribution (e.g., it may be locked