How To Fix /PLMPCV/SIN017 - RFC call failed; check connection to system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMPCV/SIN -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: RFC call failed; check connection to system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMPCV/SIN017 - RFC call failed; check connection to system &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMPCV/SIN017 RFC call failed; check connection to system &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection to the specified system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when trying to access data or execute functions in a connected SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the systems involved.
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Availability: The target system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the RFC communication.
  SAP Gateway Issues: The SAP Gateway service may not be running or may be misconfigured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to verify that the target system is reachable from the source system.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI and check the configuration of the RFC destination. Ensure that the connection type, target host, and system number are correct.
  Test the connection from SM59 to see if it is successful.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user account used for the RFC call has the necessary authorizations to access the target system and execute the required functions.
  
  
  
  System Availability:
  
  Check if the target system is up and running. You can do this by logging into the target system or checking with your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Ensure that there are no firewall rules or security settings that are blocking the RFC communication between the systems.
  
  
  
  SAP Gateway Configuration:
  
  Check if the SAP Gateway service is running on the target system. You can do this by using transaction SMGW to monitor the gateway.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace files (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Connection Types: Understand the different types of RFC connections (e.g., T, M, and F) and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC calls.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for troubleshooting RFC connections and related components.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.