How To Fix ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN020 - No RFC connection to source system &1 available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN - Messeges for BI content generation

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No RFC connection to source system &1 available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN020 - No RFC connection to source system &1 available ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN020 indicates that there is no RFC (Remote Function Call) connection available to the specified source system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Information Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when trying to access data from a source system.
  Cause:
  
  RFC Connection Not Defined: The RFC connection to the source system may not be defined in the SAP system.
  Connection Issues: There may be network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the source system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  Source System Down: The source system may be down or not available.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration errors in the RFC destination settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that corresponds to the source system.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Define RFC Connection:
  
  If the RFC connection is not defined, create a new RFC destination in SM59.
  Ensure that the connection type is set correctly (e.g., TCP/IP).
  Provide the necessary connection parameters (e.g., target host, system number).
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the source system.
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the source system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Source System Status:
  
  Verify that the source system is up and running.
  Check for any maintenance activities or downtimes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the source system and ensure they are correct.
  Look for any inconsistencies in the settings that might affect the connection.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: To manage and test RFC connections.
  ST22: To check for dumps that might provide more context on the error.
  SLG1: To view application logs for additional error details.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RFC connection to the source system.