How To Fix RU484 - Transfer & units of measure to ALE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 484

• Message text: Transfer & units of measure to ALE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU484 - Transfer & units of measure to ALE ?

  The SAP error message RU484 typically relates to issues with the transfer of units of measure (UoM) in the Application Link Enabling (ALE) framework. This error can occur during the distribution of master data or transactional data between different SAP systems, particularly when there are inconsistencies or missing configurations related to units of measure.
  Cause of RU484 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The units of measure may not be properly defined in the system, or there may be inconsistencies in the configuration between the sending and receiving systems.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data being transferred may contain units of measure that are not recognized or do not match the expected values in the target system.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: If the master data (like material master or vendor master) does not have the necessary unit of measure information, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  ALE Settings: Incorrect ALE settings or distribution model configurations can also lead to issues with the transfer of units of measure.
  
  
  Solutions to RU484 Error
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all relevant units of measure are defined in both the sending and receiving systems.
  Use transaction codes like CUNI to check and maintain units of measure.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant materials or objects to ensure that the units of measure are correctly assigned.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master Display) to review the UoM settings.
  
  
  
  Review ALE Configuration:
  
  Check the ALE distribution model using transaction BD64 to ensure that the correct objects and message types are configured for distribution.
  Ensure that the message types related to units of measure are included in the distribution model.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data being transferred to ensure that all required fields, including units of measure, are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Review the error logs for more detailed information about the specific cause of the error. You can use transaction SLG1 to check application logs related to ALE.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transfer to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CUNI: Maintain Units of Measure
  BD64: Maintain Distribution Model
  SLG1: Application Log
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on ALE and units of measure configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to RU484 or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.