How To Fix RSO_CTC212 - ALE partner of source system &1 activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_CTC - Message class for CTC related messages

• Message number: 212

• Message text: ALE partner of source system &1 activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_CTC212 - ALE partner of source system &1 activated ?

  The SAP error message RSO_CTC212 indicates that the ALE (Application Link Enabling) partner for a source system has been activated. This message typically arises in the context of data transfer between systems, particularly in scenarios involving SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and SAP ERP systems.
  Cause:
  The error message RSO_CTC212 usually occurs when:
  
  The source system (e.g., an SAP ERP system) has been configured as an ALE partner in the SAP BW system.
  The system is trying to access or process data from the source system, but there is a configuration issue or a missing setup that prevents successful communication.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ALE Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction WE20 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify the partner profile for the source system. Ensure that the necessary settings for the message types and logical systems are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Logical System:
  
  Ensure that the logical system name for the source system is correctly defined in transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer) or BD54 (Maintain Logical Systems).
  Check if the logical system is assigned to the correct client.
  
  
  
  Check RFC Connections:
  
  Use transaction SM59 to check the RFC (Remote Function Call) connections. Ensure that the connection to the source system is correctly set up and that it is working without errors.
  
  
  
  Activate DataSource:
  
  If you are working with a DataSource in SAP BW, ensure that the DataSource is activated and that the necessary extraction settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source system and perform the required operations.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure if Necessary:
  
  If the configuration appears to be incorrect or incomplete, you may need to reconfigure the ALE settings or the DataSource in SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALE Overview: ALE is a technology that allows different SAP systems to communicate with each other. It is often used for data distribution and integration between SAP systems.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to ALE and DataSource issues for any known bugs or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring ALE and DataSources.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance, as they may need to perform more in-depth troubleshooting.