How To Fix CNV_MBT_SHELL278 - Check and initialization of Info Objects started, RFC connection &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT_SHELL - Shell Creation

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Check and initialization of Info Objects started, RFC connection &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL278 - Check and initialization of Info Objects started, RFC connection &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL278 typically indicates an issue related to the initialization of InfoObjects during a data migration or conversion process. This error is often associated with the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or other data migration tools that rely on Remote Function Calls (RFC) to communicate between different SAP systems or between SAP and non-SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  
  RFC Connection Issues: The error message suggests that there is a problem with the RFC connection to the specified target system. This could be due to:
  
  The target system being down or unreachable.
  Incorrect RFC destination configuration.
  Network issues preventing communication between systems.
  Authorization issues for the user trying to establish the RFC connection.
  
  
  
  InfoObject Initialization Problems: The initialization of InfoObjects may fail due to:
  
  Missing or incorrectly configured InfoObjects in the target system.
  Data inconsistencies or issues in the source system that prevent proper initialization.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Use transaction SM59 to verify the configuration of the RFC destination. Ensure that the connection is correctly set up and test the connection to see if it is working.
  Check for any network issues that might be preventing the connection.
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review InfoObject Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all required InfoObjects are correctly defined and activated in the target system.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the source system that might affect the initialization process.
  
  
  
  Logs and Traces:
  
  Review the logs for more detailed error messages. You can check transaction SLG1 for application logs related to the migration process.
  If necessary, enable additional tracing for the RFC connection to gather more information about the failure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific migration tool you are using (e.g., SAP Landscape Transformation, SAP Data Services) for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SLG1: Application Log
  SE37: Function Module for RFC calls
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for the specific migration tool you are using for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CNV_MBT_SHELL278 error message.