How To Fix /SEHS/HM_ALE006 - Error in ALE Customizing; filter objects contain errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/HM_ALE -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Error in ALE Customizing; filter objects contain errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/HM_ALE006 - Error in ALE Customizing; filter objects contain errors ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/HM_ALE006 Error in ALE Customizing; filter objects contain errors typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Application Link Enabling (ALE) settings in your SAP system. This error is related to the filtering objects used in the ALE configuration, which are not set up correctly or contain inconsistencies.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Filter Objects: The filter objects defined in the ALE configuration may not be valid or may not correspond to the expected values.
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: There may be missing entries or incomplete settings in the ALE customizing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that the filter objects are supposed to reference.
  Transport Issues: If the ALE configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incorrect settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Filter Objects: Review the filter objects defined in the ALE configuration. Ensure that they are correctly defined and correspond to valid values.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., WE20 for partner profiles) and check the filter settings.
  
  
  
  Review ALE Customizing: Go through the ALE customizing settings to ensure that all necessary configurations are complete and correct.
  
  Use transaction SPRO to access the relevant customizing settings for ALE.
  
  
  
  Validate Data: Check the underlying data that the filter objects are supposed to reference. Ensure that there are no inconsistencies or missing entries.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Recreate Filter Objects: If necessary, you may need to delete and recreate the filter objects to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ALE configuration for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE21: Port Definition
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SEHS/HM_ALE006 error in your SAP system.