How To Fix RLFW210 - Sending notification messages ended with return code &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLFW - Messages for runlevel framework

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Sending notification messages ended with return code &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLFW210 - Sending notification messages ended with return code &1. ?

  The SAP error message RLFW210, which states "Sending notification messages ended with return code &1," typically indicates an issue with the process of sending notification messages within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when sending emails, alerts, or other types of notifications.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to send notifications. This could include incorrect settings in the SAPconnect configuration or issues with the SMTP server settings.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the SAP system from reaching the mail server.
  Authorization Issues: The user or the system may lack the necessary authorizations to send messages.
  Mail Server Issues: The mail server itself may be down or misconfigured, leading to failure in sending messages.
  Return Code Interpretation: The return code (&1) can provide specific information about the nature of the error. Common return codes include:
  
  0: Success
  1: Error in sending
  2: Mail server not reachable
  3: Authentication failure
  Other codes may indicate specific issues.
  
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the settings in transaction SCOT (SAPconnect) to ensure that the SMTP settings are correct.
  Ensure that the mail server settings (host, port, etc.) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use transaction SOST to check the status of sent messages and see if there are any errors logged.
  Test the connection to the mail server from the SAP system to ensure it is reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or the system has the necessary authorizations to send messages. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Mail Server:
  
  Verify that the mail server is operational and that there are no issues on the server side.
  Check logs on the mail server for any errors related to the messages being sent from SAP.
  
  
  
  Analyze Return Code:
  
  Look at the specific return code provided in the error message to diagnose the issue further. Each return code can lead to different troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCOT: SAPconnect settings
  SOST: Outbound messages overview
  SICF: Check if the HTTP service is active (if applicable)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to SAPconnect and email configuration for detailed guidance.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the return code and any relevant logs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RLFW210 error in your SAP system.