How To Fix B2222 - Message &2 returned by connection test to system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B2 - ALE Basis tools messages

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Message &2 returned by connection test to system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B2222 - Message &2 returned by connection test to system &1 ?

  The SAP error message B2222, which states "Message &2 returned by connection test to system &1," typically indicates that there is an issue with the connection between your SAP system and another system (such as a database, another SAP instance, or an external application). This error can arise from various causes, and the specific message &2 will provide more context about the nature of the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the systems.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the RFC destination or the connection parameters.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Service Availability: The target system may be down or not reachable.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking the connection between the systems.
  Incorrect Hostname or Port: The hostname or port specified in the connection settings may be incorrect.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to verify that the target system is reachable from your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and check the configuration of the RFC destination. Ensure that the connection parameters (hostname, service, user credentials) are correct.
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, use the "Connection Test" feature to see if the connection can be established successfully. This will provide more detailed error messages.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the connection have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running. If it is down, you may need to contact the system administrator.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules that might be blocking the connection. Ensure that the necessary ports are open.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the B2222 error message.