How To Fix 26205 - RFC to program SAPFTP failed

26205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 205

• Message text: RFC to program SAPFTP failed

What causes this issue?

Direct Vault Access (DVA) uses the program SAPFTP for the transport of
original data.

System Response

The system is trying to start the program SAPFTP, but this program
cannot be found.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the program is installed.
Register this internal problem at SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26205 - RFC to program SAPFTP failed ?

  The SAP error message "26205 RFC to program SAPFTP failed" typically indicates an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection to the SAPFTP program, which is used for file transfer operations in SAP systems. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, network problems, or authorization issues.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system where the file transfer is intended.
  Configuration Errors: The RFC destination for SAPFTP may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the SAPFTP program may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the file transfer.
  Program Not Active: The SAPFTP program may not be active or properly installed in the SAP system.
  System Load: High system load or resource constraints may prevent the SAPFTP program from executing properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the SAP system and