How To Fix FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX018 - Error occurred in remote call of &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX - Central Finance: Deferred Taxes

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Error occurred in remote call of &1.

What causes this issue?

You ran a report that tried to access a remote system using function
module &V1& (RFC destination &V2&). The access failed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check that the remote system is running and that you can access the
system via RFC destination &V2& (transaction SM59).
Check that the RFC user has sufficient authorization to access the
remote system using function module &V1&. See authorization object
S_RFC.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX018 - Error occurred in remote call of &1. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX018 typically indicates that there was an issue during a remote function call (RFC) related to tax determination in the Central Finance (CFIN) scenario. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the Central Finance system or the source system.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or missing information that prevents the tax determination process from completing successfully.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems between the Central Finance system and the source system, leading to failed remote calls.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to perform the required operations.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues could lead to timeouts or failures in remote calls.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for tax determination in both the Central Finance and source systems. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection between the Central Finance system and the source system. Ensure that there are no firewalls or network issues blocking the RFC calls.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to execute the remote function calls. Check roles and permissions.
  Monitor System Performance: Check the performance of both systems. If there are performance issues, consider optimizing the systems or scheduling the processing during off-peak hours.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on troubleshooting. You can use the SAP Support Portal for this.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Central Finance and tax determination processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or other forums where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and found solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken to resolve it.