How To Fix /PF1/REQ_AGENT004 - Request agent &1 / &2 / &3 failed

/PF1/REQ_AGENT004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/REQ_AGENT -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Request agent &1 / &2 / &3 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/REQ_AGENT004 - Request agent &1 / &2 / &3 failed ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/REQ_AGENT004 Request agent &1 / &2 / &3 failed typically indicates that a request agent in the SAP system has encountered a failure while processing a request. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing, background job execution, or when handling requests in a distributed environment.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the application server and the database or other components.
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (CPU, memory, etc.), causing the request agent to fail.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings for the request agent or related components can lead to failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process executing the request may not have the necessary permissions.
  Data Issues: Corrupted or invalid data being processed can cause the request to fail.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP software that lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction