How To Fix /PF1/MSG_ITEM_DEL012 - Error by aRFC call: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_ITEM_DEL -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error by aRFC call: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_ITEM_DEL012 - Error by aRFC call: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_ITEM_DEL012 Error by aRFC call: &1 typically indicates an issue related to an asynchronous Remote Function Call (aRFC) in SAP. This error can occur in various scenarios, often related to communication between different SAP systems or between an SAP system and an external system.
  Cause:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the systems involved in the aRFC call.
  Configuration Issues: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly, or the target system may not be reachable.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the aRFC call may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  System Load: The target system may be under heavy load, causing it to reject or fail to process the aRFC call.
  Timeouts: The aRFC call may be timing out due to long processing times or delays in the target system.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being sent in the aRFC call, such as missing or incorrect parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the systems involved. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Verify RFC Destination: Check the configuration of the RFC destination in transaction SM59. Ensure that the target system is correctly defined and reachable.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the aRFC call has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Monitor System Load: Check the performance and load of the target system. You can use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor active processes and system performance.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are an issue, consider increasing the timeout settings for the aRFC call in the RFC destination configuration.
  Validate Data: Review the data being sent in the aRFC call to ensure it is correct and complete. You may need to add error handling to capture and log any data issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  SM21: To check system logs for errors.
  ST22: To analyze dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  SLG1: To check application logs for any related messages.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to aRFC calls or the error message in question.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on aRFC and troubleshooting RFC issues for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.