How To Fix KE_HDB032 - Communication error when calling RFC

KE_HDB032 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE_HDB - Message Class for Accelerated CO-PA

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Communication error when calling RFC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_HDB032 - Communication error when calling RFC ?

  The SAP error message KE_HDB032, which indicates a "Communication error when calling RFC," typically arises when there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) communication between the SAP system and the HANA database or another SAP system. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP application server and the HANA database or the remote system.
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This includes incorrect connection parameters or missing entries.
  Database Availability: The HANA database may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required resources.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the communication between the systems.
  SAP Kernel or Software Bugs: There may be bugs