How To Fix /PM0/AB_IBC_COMPARE002 - Communication error with source &1; Check the RFC destination

/PM0/AB_IBC_COMPARE002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_IBC_COMPARE -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Communication error with source &1; Check the RFC destination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_COMPARE002 - Communication error with source &1; Check the RFC destination ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_COMPARE002 Communication error with source &1; Check the RFC destination typically indicates that there is a communication issue between the SAP system and a remote system or service. This error is often related to Remote Function Call (RFC) destinations, which are used to connect to other SAP systems or external systems.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This includes incorrect connection parameters, such as the target system's hostname, service name, or system number.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the target system. This could be due to firewall settings, network outages, or incorrect routing.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  
  Target System Down: The target system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  
  
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