How To Fix CM_SERVICE_ADMIN101 - RFC connection error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SERVICE_ADMIN - Service Administration

• Message number: 101

• Message text: RFC connection error

What causes this issue?

A communication error occurred when calling the function &V1& for the
RFC destination &V2&. The error is:
&V3&&V4&

System Response

INCLUDE EHS_NA_ACTION_NO_EXECUTE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Repeat the process.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN101 - RFC connection error ?

  The SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN101 typically indicates an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection. This error can arise due to various reasons, including network issues, configuration problems, or authorization issues. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the RFC destination.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Service Not Running: The service that the RFC connection is trying to access may not be running or may be down.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking the required ports for the RFC connection.
  SAP System Configuration: The SAP system may not be configured to allow RFC connections.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to verify that the network connection between the systems is functioning properly.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI and check the configuration of the RFC destination. Ensure that the connection parameters (like target host, system number, client, etc.) are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Connection Test" option to check if the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Service Status:
  
  Ensure that the service you are trying to connect to is up and running. This may involve checking the status of the application or service on the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Firewall Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules that might be blocking the required ports for the RFC connection. Ensure that the necessary ports are open.
  
  
  
  SAP System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system is configured to allow RFC connections. This may involve checking the instance profile and other system settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SICF: Maintain HTTP Services
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RFC connection issues for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  
  Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.