How To Fix RSM401 - No active communication structure & exists

RSM401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: No active communication structure & exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM401 - No active communication structure & exists ?

  The SAP error message RSM401 "No active communication structure exists" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Remote Function Call (RFC) or when dealing with communication structures in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an active communication structure that is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Inactive Communication Structure: The communication structure that the system is trying to access is either not defined or is inactive.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the RFC destination or the communication settings.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the communication structure is part of a transport layer, it may not have been properly transported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the communication structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Communication Structure:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the communication structure exists and is active.
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