How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM074 - Transactional RFC could not be started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Transactional RFC could not be started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM074 - Transactional RFC could not be started ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM074 Transactional RFC could not be started typically indicates an issue with the Transactional Remote Function Call (tRFC) mechanism in SAP. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems involved in the tRFC call.
  Configuration Issues: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured, or the target system may not be reachable.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the tRFC may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  System Load: High system load or resource constraints on the SAP system can prevent the tRFC from being initiated.
  Background Jobs: If the system is busy processing other background jobs, it may not be able to start new tRFC calls.
  SAP Notes: There may be known issues or bugs related to the specific version of SAP you are using that have been addressed in SAP Notes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues between the systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to verify connectivity.
  Verify RFC Destination: Go to transaction SM59 and check the configuration of the RFC destination. Ensure that it is correctly set up and that you can test the connection successfully.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the tRFC. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Monitor System Load: Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor the system load and see if there are any performance issues. If the system is overloaded, consider scheduling the tRFC calls during off-peak hours.
  Review Background Jobs: Check for any long-running background jobs in transaction SM37 that may be consuming resources and preventing new tRFC calls from being processed.
  Check SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. Implement any recommended fixes or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  tRFC Overview: Transactional RFC is a mechanism in SAP that allows for reliable communication between SAP systems. It ensures that the data is processed exactly once, even in the case of failures.
  Monitoring tRFC: You can monitor tRFC calls using transaction SM58, which provides information about the status of tRFC calls and any errors that may have occurred.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.