How To Fix 6G027 - RFC connection & already exists

6G027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6G - Messages for System Administration Assistant

• Message number: 027

• Message text: RFC connection & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6G027 - RFC connection & already exists ?

  The SAP error message 6G027 typically indicates that there is an issue with an RFC (Remote Function Call) connection, specifically that the connection already exists. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a new RFC connection that conflicts with an existing one.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Connection: The most common cause is that an RFC connection with the same name already exists in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the RFC destination settings.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity or firewall settings that prevent proper communication.
  System Load: High system load or resource constraints may lead to issues when trying to establish new connections.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Existing Connections:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) and check if the RFC connection you are trying to create already exists. If it does, you may need to modify or delete it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Connection:
  
  If the existing connection is not