How To Fix LAW_MESSAGES218 - RFC system error: SYSID = &1, DEST = &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW_MESSAGES - License Administration Workbench

• Message number: 218

• Message text: RFC system error: SYSID = &1, DEST = &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAW_MESSAGES218 - RFC system error: SYSID = &1, DEST = &2 ?

  The SAP error message LAW_MESSAGES218, which indicates an RFC (Remote Function Call) system error, typically arises when there is an issue with the connection between SAP systems. The message provides two placeholders: SYSID and DEST, which represent the system ID of the source system and the destination system, respectively.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the two systems.
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination (defined in transaction SM59) may be incorrectly configured or not set up at all.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Availability: The destination system may be down or not reachable.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection.
  SAP Kernel Issues: There may be issues with the SAP kernel or the RFC libraries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to verify that the source system can reach the destination system.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and check the configuration of the RFC destination (DEST).
  Ensure that the connection type is correct (e.g., TCP/IP) and that the target host and service are correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Test RFC Connection:
  
  In SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Connection Test" option to check if the connection is working.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user used for the RFC connection has the necessary authorizations in both the source and destination systems.
  
  
  
  Check System Status:
  
  Verify that the destination system (SYSID) is up and running. You can check this in the SAP GUI or through system monitoring tools.
  
  
  
  Review Firewall Settings:
  
  If applicable, check firewall settings to ensure that the necessary ports for RFC communication are open.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Kernel and RFC Libraries:
  
  Ensure that both systems are running compatible versions of the SAP kernel and that the RFC libraries are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SICF: HTTP Service Hierarchy (if using HTTP RFC)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on RFC connections and troubleshooting for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the LAW_MESSAGES218 error. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.