How To Fix HRPIQ00MP005 - RFC destination &1: RFC was cancelled with "RFC_NOT_STARTED"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ00MP - Mass processing

• Message number: 005

• Message text: RFC destination &1: RFC was cancelled with "RFC_NOT_STARTED"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ00MP005 - RFC destination &1: RFC was cancelled with "RFC_NOT_STARTED" ?

  The SAP error message "HRPIQ00MP005 RFC destination &1: RFC was cancelled with 'RFC_NOT_STARTED'" typically indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection to the specified destination. This error can occur for various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  RFC Destination Not Configured Properly: The RFC destination may not be set up correctly in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems.
  SAP Gateway Issues: The SAP Gateway service may not be running or may have encountered an error.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Down: The target system may be down or not reachable.
  Timeout Settings: The RFC call may be timing out due to long processing times.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify the configuration of the RFC destination (check connection type, target host, system number, etc.).
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" button.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication between the systems.
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Gateway:
  
  Ensure that the SAP Gateway service is running on the target system.
  You can check the status of the gateway using transaction SMGW.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target SAP system is up and running and that there are no issues with it.
  
  
  
  Adjust Timeout Settings:
  
  If the RFC call is timing out, consider increasing the timeout settings in the RFC destination configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SMGW: Monitor SAP Gateway
  ST22: Dump Analysis (to check for any ABAP runtime errors)
  SM21: System Log (to check for any relevant log entries)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to RFC connections.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.