How To Fix 00467 - Communication system error: snaopen failed. Check LU

00467 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 467

• Message text: Communication system error: snaopen failed. Check LU

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00467 - Communication system error: snaopen failed. Check LU ?

  The SAP error message "00467 Communication system error: snaopen failed. Check LU" typically indicates a problem with the communication setup between the SAP system and the underlying network infrastructure, particularly when using SNA (Systems Network Architecture) for communication. This error can occur in environments where SAP is integrated with IBM mainframes or other systems that utilize SNA for communication.
  Causes:
  
  Network 
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the network settings, such as incorrect Logical Unit (LU) names or parameters.
  SNA Configuration Problems: The SNA configuration on the SAP system or the mainframe may not be set up correctly.
  Connection Issues: The connection to the SNA server may be down or unreachable due to network issues.
  Resource Availability: The required resources (like LU) may not be available or may be incorrectly defined.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the communication between the SAP system and the SNA server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check LU Configuration: Verify