How To Fix FM_BP_BWRET018 - RFC connection does not exist for the specified BW system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_BP_BWRET - Messages for FM Budget Preparation Retraction

• Message number: 018

• Message text: RFC connection does not exist for the specified BW system

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you want to use this BW system for plan data transfer, arrange for
your system administration to create the corresponding RFC connection
in Customizing for Application Link Enabling (ALE).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET018 - RFC connection does not exist for the specified BW system ?

  The SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET018 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) connection to the specified BW (Business Warehouse) system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find or establish a connection to the BW system that is required for certain operations, such as data extraction or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing RFC Connection: The RFC connection to the BW system may not be defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC connection might be incorrectly configured, such as wrong parameters (like the target system name, client, user credentials, etc.).
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the BW system.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW system.
  System Downtime: The BW system might be down or not available at the moment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC connection that corresponds to the BW system.
  Ensure that the connection is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC connection and use the "Test Connection" button to verify if the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the connection parameters (like target system, client, user, password, etc.) are correct.
  Check if the connection type is appropriate (e.g., TCP/IP).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to access the BW system.
  
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting:
  
  Check for any network issues that might be preventing the connection.
  Ensure that firewalls or network policies are not blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  System Availability:
  
  Confirm that the BW system is up and running. You can check this by logging into the BW system directly.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Connection Types: Understand the different types of RFC connections (e.g., T, M, S) and their purposes.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address specific issues related to RFC connections and BW systems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on setting up and managing RFC connections.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FM_BP_BWRET018 error message. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.