How To Fix /PLMU/UI_FRW016 - Navigation to transactions is not possible from outside the firewall

/PLMU/UI_FRW016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/UI_FRW -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Navigation to transactions is not possible from outside the firewall

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/UI_FRW016 - Navigation to transactions is not possible from outside the firewall ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/UI_FRW016 Navigation to transactions is not possible from outside the firewall typically indicates that there is a restriction in place that prevents users from accessing certain SAP transactions or functionalities from outside the corporate network or firewall. This is a security measure to protect sensitive data and ensure that only authorized users can access specific SAP functionalities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Firewall Restrictions: The corporate firewall is configured to block access to certain SAP transactions from external networks.
  Network Configuration: The SAP system may be set up to only allow access to specific transactions from within the internal network.
  Security Policies: Organizational security policies may dictate that certain transactions can only be accessed from within the corporate environment.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Access from Internal Network: If possible, try to access the SAP system from within the corporate network (e.g., using a VPN if you are remote).
  VPN Connection: If you are working remotely, ensure that you are connected