How To Fix /OSP/MSG481 - Test RFC destination &1 with sending error code &2 and reason &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Test RFC destination &1 with sending error code &2 and reason &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG481 - Test RFC destination &1 with sending error code &2 and reason &3 ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG481 indicates an issue with a Remote Function Call (RFC) destination. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the communication between the SAP system and the target system defined in the RFC destination. The message provides specific details about the error, including the destination name, the error code, and the reason for the failure.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system.
  Configuration Errors: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly, including incorrect parameters such as the target host, system number, or client.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  Target System Down: The target system may be down or not reachable.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the communication between the systems.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or telnet to verify that the SAP system can reach the target system.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination mentioned in the error message.
  Check the configuration settings, including the target host, system number, client, and user credentials.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Connection Test" option to see if the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user specified in the RFC destination has the necessary authorizations in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running and that the relevant services are active.
  
  
  
  Review Firewall Settings:
  
  If applicable, check firewall settings to ensure that they are not blocking the required ports for RFC communication.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to RFC connections.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SICF: HTTP Service Hierarchy
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on RFC connections and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the /OSP/MSG481 error message.