How To Fix GW244 - Connection closed by partner

GW244 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Connection closed by partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW244 - Connection closed by partner ?

  The SAP error message GW244 "Connection closed by partner" typically indicates that the connection between the SAP system and a partner system (such as an external application or another SAP system) has been unexpectedly terminated. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: Intermittent network problems, such as packet loss or high latency, can lead to connection drops.
  Timeout Settings: If the connection remains idle for too long, it may be closed due to timeout settings on either the SAP system or the partner system.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be configured to terminate connections after a certain period or under specific conditions.
  Resource Limitations: The partner system may be experiencing resource limitations (e.g., CPU, memory) that cause it to close connections.
  Protocol Mismatches: Incompatibilities in the communication protocols or versions between the SAP system and the partner