How To Fix /IWFND/COD012 - The system could not connect to the SAP business system. Try again later.

/IWFND/COD012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/COD -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The system could not connect to the SAP business system. Try again later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/COD012 - The system could not connect to the SAP business system. Try again later. ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/COD012 indicates that the system is unable to connect to the SAP business system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP Gateway or OData services. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP Gateway and the backend SAP system.
  Service Configuration: The OData service may not be properly configured or activated in the SAP Gateway.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the backend system.
  System Downtime: The backend SAP system may be down for maintenance or experiencing issues.
  Incorrect System Alias: The system alias used in the Gateway configuration may be incorrect or not pointing to the right backend system.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection between the systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the network connection between the SAP Gateway and the