How To Fix 6G146 - Remote access to master system is mandatory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Remote access to master system is mandatory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6G146 - Remote access to master system is mandatory ?

  The SAP error message 6G146 ("Remote access to master system is mandatory") typically occurs in scenarios where a system is trying to access or perform operations that require a connection to a master system, but the necessary remote access is not configured or available.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to allow remote access to the master system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing access to the master system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary permissions to access the master system.
  System Settings: The settings in the SAP system may not be aligned with the requirements for remote access.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the remote access settings are correctly configured in the SAP system. This may involve checking the RFC (Remote Function Call) destinations and ensuring they point to the correct master system.
  Use transaction code SM59 to verify and test the RFC connections.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing access to the master system. This may involve checking firewalls, VPNs, or other network configurations.
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to check connectivity to the master system.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the master system. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  Review the system settings related to remote access. This may include checking parameters in transaction RZ10 or RZ11 that control remote access behavior.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with details of the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC connections.
  SU01: For user management.
  PFCG: For role management.
  RZ10/RZ11: For profile parameters.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 6G146 in your SAP environment.