How To Fix GW036 - Network buffer written to trace file

GW036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Network buffer written to trace file

Self-Explanatory Message

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GW036 - Details

• The SAP error message GW036, which states "Network buffer written to trace file," typically indicates that there is an issue with the network communication between the SAP system and the client or between different SAP systems. This message is often related to the Gateway service in SAP, which handles communication between different SAP systems and external applications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems, such as packet loss, high latency, or misconfigured network settings.
  Buffer Overflow: The message can indicate that the network buffer has reached its limit, causing data to be written to a trace file instead of being processed normally.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the SAP Gateway configuration or in the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination can lead to this error.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory) can also contribute to this issue, especially under heavy load.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking or limiting