How To Fix NOTE104 - RFC error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NOTE - Status and note messages

• Message number: 104

• Message text: RFC error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NOTE104 - RFC error ?

  The SAP error message "NOTE104 RFC error" typically indicates an issue with Remote Function Call (RFC) communication between SAP systems or between an SAP system and an external system. This error can arise from various causes, and understanding the specific context is crucial for troubleshooting.
  Causes of NOTE104 RFC Error
  
  
  Network Issues: Problems with the network connection between the systems can lead to RFC errors. This could be due to firewalls, routing issues, or network outages.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration of RFC destinations in the SAP system can cause communication failures. This includes incorrect settings in transaction SM59.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation.
  
  
  System Availability: The target system may be down or not reachable, leading to an RFC error.
  
  
  Version Compatibility: Incompatibility between different SAP versions or components can also lead to RFC errors.
  
  
  Resource Limitations: If the system is under