How To Fix DMC_GENERAL311 - Cannot retrieve data for function module &1 (RFC connection &2).

DMC_GENERAL311 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Cannot retrieve data for function module &1 (RFC connection &2).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL311 - Cannot retrieve data for function module &1 (RFC connection &2). ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL311 indicates that there is an issue with retrieving data for a specific function module due to problems with the RFC (Remote Function Call) connection. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when using Data Management Cockpit (DMC) or when trying to access remote systems.
  Causes:
  
  RFC Connection Issues: The RFC connection specified in the error message may be incorrectly configured, inactive, or not reachable.
  Network Problems: There may be network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the remote system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the function module on the remote system.
  Function Module Not Available: The specified function module may not exist in the target system or may not be activated.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system or the target system that prevent the function module from being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify