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