How To Fix GW234 - Failed to establish connection to CPIC program

GW234 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 234

• Message text: Failed to establish connection to CPIC program

Self-Explanatory Message

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GW234 - Details

• The SAP error message GW234, which indicates a failure to establish a connection to a CPIC (Common Programming Interface Communication) program, can arise from various causes. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information to help troubleshoot this issue.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system (e.g., a database or another SAP instance).
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the target system can prevent a successful connection.
  CPIC Program Not Running: The CPIC program (such as an SAP application server) may not be running or may have crashed.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the necessary ports for communication.
  Resource Limitations: The server may be experiencing resource limitations (e.g., memory, CPU) that prevent it from establishing new connections.
  Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC (Remote Function Call) destination may be incorrectly configured or pointing to the wrong system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network