How To Fix CMS036 - Content repository & is not an RFC storage system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS - KPro: Content Management Service

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Content repository & is not an RFC storage system

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to access content repository &v1& using RFC, but
&v1& is not an RFC storage system.

System Response

The function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS036 - Content repository & is not an RFC storage system ?

  The SAP error message CMS036 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a content repository in the SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the content repository is not recognized as a valid RFC (Remote Function Call) storage system. This can occur in scenarios where the system is trying to access or store documents in a content repository that is not properly configured or is not set up as an RFC-enabled storage system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The content repository may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This includes settings related to the storage system type, connection parameters, or RFC destination.
  Missing RFC Destination: The RFC destination that points to the content repository may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Incompatible Storage System: The content repository may be set up to use a storage system that does not support RFC calls.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the content repository.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Content Repository Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OAC0 (Content Repository Administration).
  Verify that the content repository is correctly defined and that the storage system type is set to an RFC-enabled type.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Use transaction code SM59 to check the RFC destination that is associated with the content repository.
  Ensure that the destination is correctly configured and that the connection test is successful.
  
  
  
  Check Storage System Type:
  
  Ensure that the storage system type is compatible with RFC calls. If it is not, you may need to change the configuration to use a compatible storage system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the content repository and perform the required operations.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be bug fixes related to content repository handling.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAC0: Content Repository Administration
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SCC4: Client Administration (to check client settings)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on content repositories and their configuration.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CMS036 error message in your SAP system.