How To Fix RSSEM021 - System failure when calling destination &1

RSSEM021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSEM - Messages for SEM

• Message number: 021

• Message text: System failure when calling destination &1

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSEM021 - System failure when calling destination &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSSEM021, which indicates a "System failure when calling destination &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's background processing or when trying to access a remote system or service. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, network problems, or system resource limitations.
  Causes:
  
  Destination 
  Configuration Issues: The destination specified in the error message may not be correctly configured in the SAP system (transaction code SM59).
  Network Problems: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the target destination.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  System Resource Limitations: The SAP system may be experiencing resource constraints (e.g., memory, CPU) that prevent it from processing the request.
  RFC Errors: If the destination is an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination, there may be issues with the RFC connection itself.
  Service Unavailability: The service or system you are trying