How To Fix /ISDFPS/SYNC_MONITOR201 - Test using RFC destination &1 was unsuccessful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/SYNC_MONITOR -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Test using RFC destination &1 was unsuccessful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC_MONITOR201 - Test using RFC destination &1 was unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC_MONITOR201 Test using RFC destination &1 was unsuccessful typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to test a Remote Function Call (RFC) connection to a specified destination in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system defined in the RFC destination.
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly, including incorrect parameters such as the target host, system number, client, user credentials, etc.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used in the RFC destination may not have the necessary authorizations to connect to the target system.
  Target System Down: The target SAP system may be down or not reachable.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the target system.
  SAP Gateway Issues: The SAP Gateway service may not be running or may be misconfigured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the network connection between the two systems is active. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the target host and port.
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination (&1 in the error message).
  Check the configuration settings, including the target host, system number, client, user, and password.
  Test the connection from this screen to see if it provides more detailed error information.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user specified in the RFC destination has the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  Check Target System Status: Verify that the target SAP system is up and running. You can check this by logging into the target system directly.
  Review Firewall Settings: If applicable, check the firewall settings to ensure that they allow traffic between the two systems on the required ports.
  Check SAP Gateway: Ensure that the SAP Gateway service is running on both the source and target systems. You can check this using transaction SMGW.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: To manage and test RFC destinations.
  SMGW: To monitor the SAP Gateway.
  SICF: To check and manage HTTP services if applicable.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Check the system logs (SM21) and developer traces (ST22) for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address specific issues related to RFC connections.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RFC destination error. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.