How To Fix RSAR825 - ALE partner &1 has several different ports

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 825

• Message text: ALE partner &1 has several different ports

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR825 - ALE partner &1 has several different ports ?

  The SAP error message RSAR825 indicates that there is a configuration issue with the Application Link Enabling (ALE) partner settings in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the ALE partner you are trying to use has been defined with multiple ports, which can lead to confusion in communication between systems.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An ALE partner (identified by its partner number) is configured with multiple ports in the system.
  The system is unable to determine which port to use for communication, leading to ambiguity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR825 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ALE Partner Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles).
  Locate the partner profile that is causing the issue.
  Review the ports assigned to this partner. You may find that there are multiple ports defined.
  
  
  
  Consolidate Ports:
  
  If the partner has multiple ports, determine which port is the correct one to use for your communication needs.
  Remove or deactivate the unnecessary ports from the partner profile.
  
  
  
  Adjust Port Settings:
  
  If you need to keep multiple ports for different purposes, ensure that the correct port is specified in the relevant configuration settings (e.g., in the IDoc processing or RFC destination).
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the communication to ensure that the error is resolved.
  You can use transaction WE19 to simulate IDoc processing and verify that the correct port is being used.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Configuration Issues:
  
  Ensure that other related configurations (like RFC destinations) are correctly set up and that there are no other conflicting settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE21: Port Definition
  WE19: Test Tool for IDocs
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for ALE and IDoc processing for more detailed information on configuring partners and ports.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to ALE partner configurations.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR825 error and ensure proper communication between your SAP systems.