How To Fix ESH_INTEGRATION041 - RFC failure at destination &1: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_INTEGRATION - ESH Integration

• Message number: 041

• Message text: RFC failure at destination &1: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION041 - RFC failure at destination &1: &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION041 indicates that there is an RFC (Remote Function Call) failure at a specified destination. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search or when integrating with other systems. The message format is as follows:
  
  Destination: The name of the RFC destination where the failure occurred.
  Error Message: A description of the error that occurred during the RFC call.
  
  Causes
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system.
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly. This includes incorrect parameters such as the target host, system number, client, user credentials, etc.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation.
  Service Unavailability: The target system or service may be down or not responding.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking the communication between the systems.
  SAP System Issues: There may be issues with the SAP system itself, such as missing components or configuration errors.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the SAP system and the target system. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check the configuration of the RFC destination specified in the error message.
  Ensure that the connection parameters (like host, system number, client, user, and password) are correct.
  Test the connection using the "Test Connection" button in SM59.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC call have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  Check Target System Status: Verify that the target system is up and running and that the required services are available.
  Review Firewall Settings: If applicable, check the firewall settings to ensure that they are not blocking the required ports for RFC communication.
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  ST22: For analyzing dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  SLG1: For checking application logs that might contain additional error details.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for detailed documentation on RFC and integration issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RFC failure indicated by the error message ESH_INTEGRATION041.