How To Fix ILM_STOR_MISC173 - Connection test to external SRS with destination '&1' was not successful

ILM_STOR_MISC173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MISC -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Connection test to external SRS with destination '&1' was not successful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MISC173 - Connection test to external SRS with destination '&1' was not successful ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MISC173 indicates that there was an unsuccessful connection test to an external Storage Retrieval System (SRS) with a specified destination. This error typically arises in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when the system is trying to connect to an external storage system for archiving or data retrieval purposes.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Destination Configuration: The destination specified in the error message may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the external SRS.
  Authentication Problems: The credentials used to connect to the external SRS may be incorrect or have insufficient permissions.
  SRS Availability: The external SRS may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the external SRS.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in SAP.
  Verify the configuration of the RFC destination specified in