How To Fix BWSD027 - Target location: External system &1 via RFC destination &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWSD - Messages for Scenario Transfer

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Target location: External system &1 via RFC destination &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWSD027 - Target location: External system &1 via RFC destination &2 ?

  The SAP error message BWSD027 indicates an issue related to the communication between the SAP system and an external system via an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration or connectivity of the RFC destination.
  Cause:
  
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes incorrect parameters such as the target system's hostname, system number, or client number.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the external system.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external system.
  External System Availability: The external system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the communication between the SAP system and the external system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination mentioned in the error message.
  Verify that the connection parameters (such as target host, system number, client, and user credentials) are correct.
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" option in SM59.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the external system over the network. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  Check for any network issues or outages that may be affecting connectivity.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations in both the SAP system and the external system.
  
  
  
  Check External System Status:
  
  Verify that the external system is up and running. If it is down, coordinate with the relevant team to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules or security settings that might be blocking the communication. Work with your network/security team to ensure that the necessary ports are open.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the external system logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC connections or the BWSD027 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on setting up and troubleshooting RFC connections for more detailed guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the BWSD027 error message.