How To Fix MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG008 - Could not connect to the connected system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG - Message class for Purchasing Reference Data Extraction

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Could not connect to the connected system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG008 - Could not connect to the connected system &1 ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG008 indicates that there is a problem with connecting to an external system, which is typically related to the procurement or purchasing module in SAP. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting.
  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 connection failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the external system.
  Service Availability: The external system may be down or not available for connections.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the external system.
  Incorrect Connection Parameters: The connection parameters (like hostname, port, etc.) may be incorrectly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to verify that the SAP system can reach the external system.
  Ensure that there are no network outages or issues.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP for the external system connection (e.g., RFC destination settings).
  Ensure that the connection parameters (hostname, port, etc.) are correct.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account used for the connection has the necessary authorizations to access the external system.
  
  
  
  Check External System Status:
  
  Verify that the external system is up and running and can accept connections.
  If possible, check the logs of the external system for any errors or issues.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check firewall settings to ensure that they allow traffic between the SAP system and the external system.
  Review any security policies that may be affecting the connection.
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  Use transaction SM59 in SAP to test the RFC connection to the external system. This can help identify if the connection is working or if there are specific errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation for both the SAP system and the external system for specific connection requirements or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: To manage and test RFC connections.
  SLG1: To check application logs for any related error messages.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG008.