How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EV306 - Communication error with external fraud detection system

/PF1/MSG_PO_EV306 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EV -

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Communication error with external fraud detection system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EV306 - Communication error with external fraud detection system ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EV306 Communication error with external fraud detection system typically indicates that there is a communication issue between the SAP system and an external fraud detection system that is integrated into the procurement process. This error can arise due to various reasons, including network issues, configuration problems, or issues with the external system itself.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the external fraud detection system, such as firewall settings, network outages, or incorrect IP addresses.
  Configuration Errors: The integration settings in SAP may not be correctly configured, leading to communication failures.
  External System Downtime: The external fraud detection system may be down for maintenance or experiencing its own issues.
  Authentication Issues: There may be problems with the credentials or tokens used to authenticate the connection to the external system.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent to the external system may not be in the expected