How To Fix RDM_OPT_OUTBOUND016 - Unexpected table assignment &1 for ALE message type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_OPT_OUTBOUND - Price Optimization: Messages for Outbound Interfaces

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Unexpected table assignment &1 for ALE message type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_OPT_OUTBOUND016 - Unexpected table assignment &1 for ALE message type &2 ?

  The SAP error message RDM_OPT_OUTBOUND016 indicates that there is an unexpected table assignment for an Application Link Enabling (ALE) message type. This error typically occurs during the outbound processing of ALE messages when the system encounters a table assignment that it does not expect for the specified message type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the ALE message type may not be set up correctly. This could involve incorrect settings in the distribution model or the message type itself.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the ALE processing logic, they may not align with the expected table assignments.
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of the software or components involved, it may lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the ALE configuration in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and WE81 (Message Types).
  Ensure