How To Fix DPR_FIN_GECCO001 - An error occurred when connecting to the accounting system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_FIN_GECCO - Messages for Accounting Integration

• Message number: 001

• Message text: An error occurred when connecting to the accounting system &1

What causes this issue?

A connection to the Accounting system could not be made. Possible causes
are:
The system is not available
The RFC destination for the Accounting system is incorrectly defined in
Customizing.

System Response

The system could not read data from the Accounting system. The system
cannot distribute project data to the Accounting system.

How to fix this error?

In transaction SM59 check the RFC destination defined for the Accounting
system.
Check whether you defined the correct RFC destination for the object
type. See Customizing for Project Management under <LS>Connection to
External Systems</> --> <LS>Object Links in SAP Systems</> --> <LS>Make
Settings for the Linked SAP Objects</>.

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 DPR_FIN_GECCO001 - An error occurred when connecting to the accounting system &1 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_FIN_GECCO001 indicates that there was an issue connecting to the accounting system specified by the placeholder "&1". This error typically arises in the context of SAP Project Management and Financial Accounting integration, particularly when using the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) modules.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The connection settings between the SAP system and the accounting system may not be configured correctly.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the accounting system.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems preventing the SAP system from reaching the accounting system.
  System Downtime: The accounting system may be down for maintenance or experiencing technical issues.
  Incorrect System Parameters: The parameters set in the system for the accounting connection may be incorrect or outdated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the connection to the accounting system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the accounting system. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Test Network Connectivity: Use network tools to check if the SAP system can reach the accounting system. This may involve pinging the server or checking firewall settings.
  Check System Status: Confirm that the accounting system is up and running. If it is down, coordinate with the relevant IT support team to resolve the issue.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message DPR_FIN_GECCO001 in the SAP Support Portal. These notes may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the problem to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.