How To Fix ESH_CO_COMMON012 - RFC &1 to destination &2 aborted with system failure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CO_COMMON -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: RFC &1 to destination &2 aborted with system failure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CO_COMMON012 - RFC &1 to destination &2 aborted with system failure ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CO_COMMON012 indicates that there was a failure in the Remote Function Call (RFC) to a specified destination. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when using the SAP NetWeaver platform for various functionalities that rely on RFC communication between systems.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems involved.
  Configuration Errors: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account used for the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Resource Issues: The target system may be down, overloaded, or experiencing resource constraints.
  Transport Layer Security (TLS) Issues: If the connection uses TLS, there may be issues with certificates or encryption settings.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system or the specific version of the software being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the network connection between the systems is stable and functioning correctly. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI and check the configuration of the RFC destination mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the connection type, target host, and system number are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Connection Test" option to verify that the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account used for the RFC call has the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  Check the target system for any performance issues or downtime. Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor active processes and system load.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace files (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages or stack traces that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Check for TLS Issues:
  
  If applicable, verify that the TLS settings and certificates are correctly configured on both the source and target systems.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SM59 (RFC Destinations), SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM50/SM66 (Process Overview).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or workarounds for specific issues related to RFC communication.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on RFC and Enterprise Search configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RFC failure indicated by the error message ESH_CO_COMMON012.