How To Fix L1162 - Error during communication with external system

L1162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L1 - Message handling for WM master data

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Error during communication with external system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L1162 - Error during communication with external system ?

  The SAP error message L1162, which states "Error during communication with external system," typically indicates that there is a problem with the communication between the SAP system and an external system, such as a third-party application, a web service, or another SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and the solutions may vary depending on the specific context.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external system.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the external system can lead to communication failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary permissions to access the external system.
  Service Availability: The external system may be down or not responding.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent or received may not be in the expected format, leading to parsing errors.
  Timeouts: The communication may be timing out due to slow response times from