How To Fix 5E713 - RFC error in ALE settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 713

• Message text: RFC error in ALE settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E713 - RFC error in ALE settings ?

  The SAP error message 5E713, which indicates an RFC (Remote Function Call) error in ALE (Application Link Enabling) settings, typically arises due to issues in the configuration of the ALE environment or problems with the RFC connections between systems. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes of Error 5E713
  
  
  RFC Destination Issues: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured or may be inactive. This can happen if the target system is down or if there are network issues.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  
  
  Incorrect ALE Configuration: The ALE settings, such as logical systems, distribution model, or message types, may not be correctly set up.
  
  
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems between the systems involved in the ALE communication.
  
  
  System Configuration: The systems may not be properly configured to communicate with each other, such as missing or incorrect entries in the TMS (Transport Management System).
  
  
  Solutions to Error 5E713
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly. If it fails, check the connection parameters and network settings.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user ID used for the RFC connection has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Verify ALE Configuration:
  
  Check the logical system settings in transaction SALE and ensure that the logical systems are correctly defined.
  Review the distribution model in transaction BD64 to ensure that the necessary message types and partner profiles are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting:
  
  Check for any network issues that might be affecting the connection between the systems. This can include firewall settings, VPN issues, or other network configurations.
  
  
  
  TMS Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the Transport Management System is correctly configured and that all systems are included in the transport domain.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the RFC trace (transaction SM58) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SALE: ALE Configuration
  BD64: Distribution Model
  SM21: System Log
  SM58: Asynchronous RFC Error Log
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on ALE and RFC configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to error 5E713.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the RFC error in your ALE settings. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.