How To Fix GW460 - Communication system error; flush failed

GW460 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Communication system error; flush failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW460 - Communication system error; flush failed ?

  The SAP error message GW460, which indicates a "Communication system error; flush failed," typically arises in the context of the SAP Gateway or when there are issues with communication between the SAP system and external systems or clients. This error can occur due to various reasons, including network issues, configuration problems, or resource limitations.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: Problems with the network connection between the SAP system and the client or external system can lead to communication failures.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or CPU resources on the SAP application server can cause flush operations to fail.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the SAP Gateway or related components can lead to communication errors.
  Timeouts: Long-running processes or timeouts in the communication can result in flush failures.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems with the transport layer (e.g., HTTP, RFC) can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues between the SAP system and the