How To Fix R[201 - System error with RFC call in system &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R[ - Messages for BW AddOn of Report/Report Interface

• Message number: 201

• Message text: System error with RFC call in system &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R[201 - System error with RFC call in system & ?

  The SAP error message "R[201 System error with RFC call in system &" typically indicates that there is an issue with a Remote Function Call (RFC) in the specified SAP system. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and addressing it usually involves a systematic approach to identify and resolve the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: Problems with the network connection between the systems involved in the RFC call can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the RFC destination in the SAP system can cause communication failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account executing the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Performance: High load on the SAP system or the target system can lead to timeouts or failures in processing the RFC call.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that need to be addressed.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems with the transport layer or middleware (like SAP PI/PO) can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the systems involved. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Verify RFC Destination: Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI and check the configuration of the RFC destination. Ensure that the connection parameters are correct and that the connection test is successful.
  Review Authorizations: Check the authorizations of the user or service account that is making the RFC call. Ensure that it has the necessary permissions to execute the function module.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor system performance and check for any long-running processes or high resource usage.
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace files (transaction ST22) for any related error messages that could provide more context.
  Restart Services: If the issue persists, consider restarting the relevant services or the SAP system itself, if feasible.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM50/SM66: Process Overview
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs and system configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "R[201 System error with RFC call in system &" error in your SAP environment.