How To Fix AIN_INT_MSG001 - RFC connection to AIN is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIN_INT_MSG - AIN EAM Integration Messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: RFC connection to AIN is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIN_INT_MSG001 - RFC connection to AIN is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message AIN_INT_MSG001 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) connection to the AIN (Advanced Inventory Management) system. This error typically arises when the connection settings for the AIN system are not properly configured or maintained in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  RFC Connection Not Defined: The RFC connection to the AIN system has not been created or is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The existing RFC connection may be incorrectly configured, such as wrong credentials, incorrect system details, or network issues.
  Connection Status: The RFC connection might be inactive or not properly established.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the AIN system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC connection to the AIN system. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, check its configuration for correctness (e.g., target host, system number, client, user credentials).
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC connection and use the "Test Connection" button to verify if the connection is working properly.
  If the test fails, check the error message for more details.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user ID used for the RFC connection has the necessary authorizations to access the AIN system.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the connection to the AIN system. This may involve checking firewalls, VPNs, or other network settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for setting up RFC connections to ensure all steps are followed correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC connections.
  SU01: For user management and authorization checks.
  
  
  Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to AIN and RFC connections.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the AIN_INT_MSG001 error message.