How To Fix GW242 - Time limit exceeded during connection setup; check partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Time limit exceeded during connection setup; check partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW242 - Time limit exceeded during connection setup; check partner ?

  The SAP error message GW242, which states "Time limit exceeded during connection setup; check partner," typically indicates that there is a timeout issue when trying to establish a connection to a partner system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when using SAP Gateway or when trying to connect to an external system via RFC (Remote Function Call).
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the partner system. This could be due to firewalls, routing issues, or network outages.
  Incorrect Configuration: The connection parameters (such as the hostname, port, or service) may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Partner System Down: The partner system you are trying to connect to may be down or not responding.
  Timeout Settings: The timeout settings for the connection may be too low, causing the connection attempt to fail before it can be established.
  SAP Gateway Issues: There may be issues with the SAP Gateway itself, such as it being overloaded or misconfigured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to check if the partner system is reachable from the SAP system.
  Ensure that there are no firewalls blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the connection settings in transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) to ensure that the hostname, port, and other parameters are correct.
  Test the connection from SM59 to see if it can connect successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Partner System Status:
  
  Verify that the partner system is up and running. If it is down, you will need to wait until it is back online.
  
  
  
  Adjust Timeout Settings:
  
  If the connection is taking longer than expected, consider increasing the timeout settings in the relevant configuration. This can often be done in the RFC destination settings.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Gateway Logs:
  
  Check the SAP Gateway logs for any additional error messages or information that might indicate what is going wrong. You can use transaction SMGW to view the gateway logs.
  
  
  
  Consult with Network Administrators:
  
  If you suspect network issues, consult with your network administrators to investigate any potential problems with the network infrastructure.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SMGW: For monitoring the SAP Gateway.
  ST22: For checking dump analysis if there are any related ABAP dumps.
  SICF: For checking the status of HTTP services if applicable.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on configuring RFC connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the GW242 error message in your SAP system.