Integration
What is Application Link Enabling (ALE)?
SAP's framework for distributing master and transactional data between systems via IDocs.
Distribution models are defined in BD64. Change pointers trigger master data distribution. ALE is common between ERP, CRM, and MDG systems.
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Related terms
Intermediate Document
SAP's standard document format for asynchronous data exchange, with control, data, and status records.
Partner Profile
IDoc configuration defining, per partner and message type, the port, IDoc type, and processing options.
Change Pointer
A record of master data changes used to trigger outbound ALE distribution of only changed objects.
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