How To Fix /IWBEP/SBDSP_DM023 - System error occurred during remote call to RFC destination &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBDSP_DM -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: System error occurred during remote call to RFC destination &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBDSP_DM023 - System error occurred during remote call to RFC destination &1 ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBDSP_DM023 System error occurred during remote call to RFC destination &1 typically indicates that there was an issue with a remote function call (RFC) to a specified destination. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with SAP Gateway or OData services.
  Causes:
  
  RFC Destination Issues: The specified RFC destination may not be configured correctly, or it may be inactive.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems between the systems involved in the RFC call.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account making the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAP Gateway or the backend system.
  Backend System Errors: The backend system may be experiencing issues, such as being down or having performance problems.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a mismatch in the versions of the systems involved, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination specified in the error message.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues between the systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to perform the RFC call. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace files (transaction ST11) for any additional error messages or clues.
  
  
  
  Backend System Status:
  
  Ensure that the backend system is up and running. Check for any performance issues or downtime.
  
  
  
  Update and Patch:
  
  Ensure that both the SAP Gateway and the backend system are up to date with the latest patches and updates.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the RFC call to identify the exact point of failure. You can use transaction SE37 to analyze the function module being called.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or fixes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for guidance on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting RFC calls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /IWBEP/SBDSP_DM023 error message.