How To Fix BCOM_R029 - Server '&1' does not support downloading of data by RFC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCOM_R - Business Communication: Messages for Rule-Based Routing

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Server '&1' does not support downloading of data by RFC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCOM_R029 - Server '&1' does not support downloading of data by RFC ?

  The SAP error message BCOM_R029 indicates that the specified server (denoted by &1) does not support downloading of data via Remote Function Call (RFC). This error typically arises in scenarios where an RFC connection is attempted to retrieve or download data, but the target server is not configured to handle such requests.
  Causes:
  
  Server Configuration: The target server may not be configured to allow RFC calls for data downloading. This could be due to settings in the SAP system or the specific application server.
  Network Issues: There may be network-related issues preventing the RFC connection from being established properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system making the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the download operation.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system or the RFC library being used may not support the required functionality.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Server Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the target server is configured to support RFC calls. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) to ensure that the destination is correctly set up.
  Verify that the server is running and accessible.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the authorizations of the user or system making the RFC call. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to perform the download operation.
  
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting:
  
  Verify network connectivity between the source and target systems. Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the server is reachable.
  Check for any firewall rules or network policies that might be blocking the RFC communication.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or configuration changes that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that both the source and target SAP systems are up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this can sometimes resolve compatibility issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  ST22: To check for dumps that might provide more context on the error.
  SM21: To view system logs for any related error messages.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to RFC and data downloading for any specific configurations or requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.