How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_EQ000 - RFC call was not successful because of system failure '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_EQ -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: RFC call was not successful because of system failure '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_EQ000 - RFC call was not successful because of system failure '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_EQ000 RFC call was not successful because of system failure '&1' typically indicates that there was a failure in a Remote Function Call (RFC) during the execution of an OData service or a related operation in the SAP Gateway. The &1 placeholder usually contains additional information about the specific error or issue encountered.
  Possible Causes:
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP Gateway or backend system that prevent successful RFC calls.
  Network Issues: Network connectivity problems between the SAP Gateway and the backend system can lead to RFC failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Backend System Errors: The backend system may be experiencing issues, such as being down, overloaded, or encountering internal errors.
  Data Issues: Invalid or unexpected data being sent in the RFC call can cause it to fail.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems in the transport layer, such as incorrect settings or issues with the transport protocol, can lead to failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the RFC trace (transaction SM58) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  Verify Configuration: Ensure that the SAP Gateway and backend system are correctly configured for RFC communication. Check the RFC destination settings in transaction SM59.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection between the systems to ensure there are no connectivity issues.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the RFC call. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Backend System Health: Check the health of the backend system. Ensure that it is up and running and that there are no performance issues.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being sent in the RFC call to ensure it meets the expected format and constraints.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM21: System Log
  SM58: Asynchronous RFC Monitor
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP Support with detailed logs and error messages for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the RFC call failure in your SAP system.