How To Fix CMS172 - RFC Destination &1 OK and Accessible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS - KPro: Content Management Service

• Message number: 172

• Message text: RFC Destination &1 OK and Accessible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS172 - RFC Destination &1 OK and Accessible ?

  The SAP error message CMS172 indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination in your SAP system. The message states that the RFC destination is "OK and Accessible," which means that the connection to the destination is established, but there may be other underlying issues that need to be addressed.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Authorization Problems: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  Network Issues: Although the destination is accessible, there may be intermittent network issues affecting the communication.
  System Load: High load on the SAP system or the target system can lead to timeouts or other issues.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the systems involved in the RFC call.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the settings of the RFC destination.
  Ensure that the connection type is correct (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP, etc.).
  Test the connection from SM59 to ensure it is working as expected.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user credentials being used for the RFC connection.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the required functions.
  
  
  
  Network Diagnostics:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to check the network connectivity between the SAP systems.
  Check for any firewall rules or network policies that might be affecting the connection.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor the performance of the SAP system.
  Check for any long-running processes or high CPU/memory usage that could be affecting performance.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that both the source and target systems are compatible in terms of SAP versions and any relevant patches.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM50/SM66: Process Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC connections.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for RFC configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.