How To Fix 0D722 - > Error in RFC call for external partner determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0D - FS-CD General Messages

• Message number: 722

• Message text: > Error in RFC call for external partner determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0D722 - > Error in RFC call for external partner determination ?

  The SAP error message 0D722, which indicates "Error in RFC call for external partner determination," typically arises during the process of determining external partners in a business transaction, such as when creating or processing sales orders, purchase orders, or other documents that require partner information.
  Causes:
  
  RFC Connection Issues: The error may occur due to problems with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection to the external system. This could be due to network issues, incorrect configuration, or the external system being down.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the RFC call.
  Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile configuration may be incorrect or incomplete, leading to failures in partner determination.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the master records that are required for partner determination.
  System Configuration: Misconfiguration in the SAP system or the external system can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Verify the RFC destination settings in transaction SM59. Ensure that the connection to the external system is correctly configured and that the external system is reachable.
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" feature in SM59.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system performing the RFC call has the necessary authorizations. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Validate Partner Profiles:
  
  Review the partner profile settings in transaction BP (Business Partner) or VOTXN (for partner determination). Ensure that all necessary partner types and roles are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data (e.g., customer, vendor, material) is complete and accurate. Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect partner determination.
  
  
  
  Analyze Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation related to partner determination and RFC calls for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs and configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 - RFC Destinations
  BP - Business Partner
  SLG1 - Application Log
  SM21 - System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to error 0D722.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for partner determination processes and RFC configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the 0D722 error in your SAP system.