How To Fix /IWNGW/CM_BEP_OUT001 - RFC Error: Communication failure.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWNGW/CM_BEP_OUT -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: RFC Error: Communication failure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWNGW/CM_BEP_OUT001 - RFC Error: Communication failure. ?

  The SAP error message /IWNGW/CM_BEP_OUT001 RFC Error: Communication failure typically indicates a problem with the communication between the SAP system and an external system or service, often related to the SAP Gateway or the Backend system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including network issues, configuration problems, or service unavailability.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be a network connectivity problem between the SAP system and the external service.
  Service Unavailability: The external service or system may be down or not reachable.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP Gateway or Backend system can lead to communication failures.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking the communication between the systems.
  Timeouts: The request may be timing out due to long processing times or heavy load on the server.
  Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured or may point to the wrong system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the network connection between the SAP system and the external service is stable and functioning. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Verify Service Availability: Check if the external service is up and running. You can do this by trying to access the service directly or checking its status through monitoring tools.
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings for the SAP Gateway and the RFC destination are correct. This includes checking the connection parameters, user credentials, and any relevant settings in transaction SM59.
  Check Firewall Settings: Ensure that firewalls are not blocking the required ports for communication. You may need to work with your network/security team to verify this.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the relevant configuration.
  Test RFC Connection: Use transaction SM59 to test the RFC connection. This can help identify if the issue is with the RFC destination.
  Check Logs: Review the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations (Display/Maintain)
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific components involved (e.g., SAP Gateway, Backend services) for any configuration guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.