How To Fix WZRE_ALE_MONITOR004 - Number of selected IDocs (&) deviates from expected value (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZRE_ALE_MONITOR -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Number of selected IDocs (&) deviates from expected value (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZRE_ALE_MONITOR004 - Number of selected IDocs (&) deviates from expected value (&) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WZRE_ALE_MONITOR004: Number of selected IDocs (&) deviates from expected value (&)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during ALE (Application Link Enabling) monitoring or processing when the number of IDocs selected for processing does not match the expected number. This discrepancy can arise due to:
  
  Mismatch in IDoc selection criteria: The selection parameters used to fetch IDocs differ from what the system expects.
  IDocs already processed or deleted: Some IDocs might have been processed or removed, causing the count to be less than expected.
  Inconsistent data in the IDoc tables: For example, IDocs might be in an unexpected status or missing.
  Transport or distribution errors: The expected number of IDocs to be sent or received is not matching the actual number.
  Custom code or user exit issues: If custom logic is involved in IDoc selection or processing, it might cause discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the IDoc selection criteria:
  
  Verify the filters or selection parameters used in the ALE monitoring or processing step.
  Ensure that the criteria match the expected IDocs.
  
  
  
  Verify IDoc status and existence:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDocs.
  Confirm that the IDocs expected to be processed exist and are in the correct status (e.g., ready for processing).
  
  
  
  Check for duplicate or missing IDocs:
  
  Ensure no IDocs are missing or duplicated in the selection.
  Investigate if any IDocs were deleted or archived unexpectedly.
  
  
  
  Review ALE distribution model:
  
  Use transaction BD64 to check the distribution model.
  Confirm that the model is consistent and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for transport or network issues:
  
  If IDocs are distributed across systems, verify that the network or transport layer is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Review custom code or user exits:
  
  If custom enhancements are involved in IDoc processing, debug or review the code to ensure it does not alter the expected IDoc count.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or reselect IDocs:
  
  If possible, reselect the IDocs or restart the processing to ensure the counts match.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions to use:
  
  WE02 / WE05: Display IDocs and their statuses.
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs.
  BD64: ALE distribution model.
  SM58: Check for any transactional RFC errors.
  SMQ1 / SMQ2: Check outbound/inbound queues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to ALE and IDoc processing for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  ALE and IDoc monitoring guides.
  SAP Help Portal for ALE and IDoc processing.
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing details of the IDoc numbers, selection criteria, and system logs.
  
  Let me know if you need help with specific transaction steps or further troubleshooting!