How To Fix RMPS_GENERAL252 - Remote system does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMPS_GENERAL - Gen. Messages Classes Records Management for Public Sector

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Remote system does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL252 - Remote system does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL252, which states "Remote system does not exist," typically occurs in scenarios involving remote function calls (RFC) or when trying to connect to a remote system that is not properly configured or accessible. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC destination may not be correctly defined in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo in the destination name or incorrect configuration settings.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the remote system. This could include firewall settings, network outages, or incorrect IP addresses.
  
  
  Remote System Down: The remote system you are trying to connect to may be down or not running.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the remote system.
  
  
  SAP Gateway Issues: The SAP Gateway service may not be running or properly configured on either the local or remote system.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the RFC destination is correctly defined and that the connection type is appropriate (e.g., TCP/IP).
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" button to see if it can reach the remote system.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the network settings are correct and that there are no firewalls blocking the connection.
  Check if you can ping the remote system from the server where the SAP system is running.
  
  
  
  Remote System Status:
  
  Verify that the remote system is up and running. You may need to contact the administrator of the remote system to confirm its status.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to access the remote system.
  
  
  
  SAP Gateway Configuration:
  
  Check the SAP Gateway settings on both the local and remote systems. Ensure that the gateway is running and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RMPS_GENERAL252.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for RFC connections and troubleshooting network issues.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other technical forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RMPS_GENERAL252 error in your SAP environment.