How To Fix CRM_SERV_ACCOUNTING217 - Remote communication failed: &1

CRM_SERV_ACCOUNTING217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SERV_ACCOUNTING - CRM_Service: Messages for R/3 Integration

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Remote communication failed: &1

What causes this issue?

A remote access to the ERP system is executed to send or retrieve data
but the communication failed.

System Response

Execution was stopped.

How to fix this error?

See application log for detailed message.

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 CRM_SERV_ACCOUNTING217 - Remote communication failed: &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SERV_ACCOUNTING217 with the description "Remote communication failed: &1" typically indicates an issue with the communication between the SAP system and a remote system, which could be due to various reasons such as network issues, configuration problems, or system downtime.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the remote system.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination or in the communication parameters.
  Remote System Downtime: The remote system may be down or not reachable.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the remote communication may not have the necessary permissions.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the communication.
  Timeouts: The communication may be timing out due to long processing times or network latency.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the network connection between the SAP system and the remote system is stable and functioning properly. You can use tools like ping