How To Fix /PM0/ABB_INTERFACE406 - FS-RI: Technical error when calling remote system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_INTERFACE -

• Message number: 406

• Message text: FS-RI: Technical error when calling remote system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_INTERFACE406 - FS-RI: Technical error when calling remote system ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_INTERFACE406 FS-RI: Technical error when calling remote system typically indicates that there is a problem with the communication between your SAP system and a remote system, which could be another SAP system or an external application. This error can arise from various issues, including network problems, configuration errors, or issues with the remote system itself.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the remote system, such as firewalls blocking the connection or network outages.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination or in the configuration of the interface can lead to this error.
  Remote System Issues: The remote system may be down, experiencing performance issues, or not configured to accept requests from your SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the connection may not have the necessary permissions to access the remote system.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent to the remote system may not be in the expected format, leading to processing errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to verify that the SAP system can reach the remote system.
  Ensure that any firewalls or network security settings allow traffic between the two systems.
  
  
  
  Review RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in SAP and check the configuration of the RFC destination used for the remote call.
  Test the connection from this transaction to see if it is successful.
  
  
  
  Check Remote System Status:
  
  Ensure that the remote system is up and running and that it is configured to accept connections from your SAP system.
  Check logs on the remote system for any errors or issues.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions on the remote system.
  
  
  
  Examine Data Being Sent:
  
  Check the data being sent to the remote system for any inconsistencies or formatting issues that may cause the remote system to reject the request.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation for the specific interface or integration scenario you are working with, as there may be specific requirements or configurations needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the error message.