How To Fix FMCF251 - RFC error in reassignment of travel documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 251

• Message text: RFC error in reassignment of travel documents

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change an account assignment in a receipt from an
external SAP system. The connection could not be made to the external
Travel Management system. The RFC destination was &V1&

System Response

The item cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

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

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF251 - RFC error in reassignment of travel documents ?

  The SAP error message FMCF251 typically indicates an RFC (Remote Function Call) error that occurs during the reassignment of travel documents in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, network problems, or issues with the underlying data.
  Causes of FMCF251 RFC Error
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the RFC destination.
  Configuration Errors: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Data Issues: The travel documents being reassigned may have inconsistencies or may not exist in the system.
  System Performance: High load on the SAP system or the backend system can lead to timeouts or failures in processing the RFC calls.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems with the transport layer or middleware that handles the communication between systems.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination used for the reassignment.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the reassignment has the necessary authorizations to access the travel documents and execute the required functions.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the travel documents for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that the documents exist and are in a valid state for reassignment.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  Monitor the performance of the SAP system and the backend system. If there are performance issues, consider optimizing the system or scheduling the reassignment during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMBT (for travel management) and FMCF (for travel document management).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to travel management and RFC communication for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FMCF251 RFC error in the reassignment of travel documents.