How To Fix RA381 - Error accessing another SAP system (function '&1')

RA381 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 381

• Message text: Error accessing another SAP system (function '&1')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA381 - Error accessing another SAP system (function '&1') ?

  The SAP error message RA381, which states "Error accessing another SAP system (function '&1')", typically occurs when there is an issue with the communication between two SAP systems. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to access remote function calls (RFC), data transfer, or when using certain cross-system functionalities.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the two SAP systems.
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the remote function.
  System Availability: The target SAP system may be down or not reachable.
  Incorrect Function Module: The function module being called may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the target system.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between different versions of SAP systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the two systems. You