How To Fix LAW2_MESSAGES185 - System &1: Connection test to target &2 was unsuccessful

LAW2_MESSAGES185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW2_MESSAGES - LAW 2.0 Message Class

• Message number: 185

• Message text: System &1: Connection test to target &2 was unsuccessful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES185 - System &1: Connection test to target &2 was unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES185 indicates that there was an unsuccessful connection test to a target system. This error typically occurs in the context of system landscape management, particularly when trying to establish a connection between systems in a landscape (e.g., during system copy, system refresh, or when configuring system connections).
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the source and target systems. This could be due to firewalls, routing issues, or network outages.
  Incorrect Configuration: The connection parameters (such as hostname, port, or instance number) may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Target System Down: The target system may be down or not running, which would prevent a successful connection.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  SAP Router Issues: If you are using an SAP router, there may be issues with the router configuration or it may