How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_PUBLISH_US011 - Failed to read the attributes: RFC, system ID, client and user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_PUBLISH_US -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Failed to read the attributes: RFC, system ID, client and user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_PUBLISH_US011 - Failed to read the attributes: RFC, system ID, client and user ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_PUBLISH_US011 indicates that there was a failure in reading the attributes related to the RFC (Remote Function Call), system ID, client, and user. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or when trying to publish OData services.
  Causes:
  
  RFC Connection Issues: The RFC connection to the backend system may not be configured correctly or may be down.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data or perform the operation.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP Gateway settings or in the backend system settings.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the SAP Gateway and the backend system.
  System ID or Client Mismatch: The system ID or client specified in the configuration may not match the actual backend system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the RFC connection settings. Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the backend system and perform the required operations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP Gateway (transaction SPRO) and ensure that the backend system is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the OData service is properly registered and activated.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Check for any network issues that might be preventing communication between the SAP Gateway and the backend system. This can include firewall settings or network outages.
  
  
  
  System ID and Client:
  
  Verify that the system ID and client specified in the configuration match the actual backend system you are trying to connect to.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  If applicable, consider restarting the SAP Gateway service or the backend system to resolve any temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.