How To Fix S1250 - RFC error: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 250

• Message text: RFC error: &

What causes this issue?

An error occured during a remote function call.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please check the RFC installation and the local network.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1250 - RFC error: & ?

  The SAP error message S1250, which indicates an RFC (Remote Function Call) error, typically arises when there is a problem with the communication between SAP systems or between an SAP system and an external system. The error message may include additional details, such as the specific error code or description, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  Common Causes of RFC Error S1250:
  
  
  Network Issues: Problems with the network connection between the SAP systems can lead to RFC errors. This could be due to firewalls, routing issues, or network outages.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the RFC destination in the SAP system can cause communication failures. This includes incorrect settings for the target system, such as the system ID, client number, user credentials, or connection type.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation.
  
  
  System Availability: The target SAP system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  
  
  Version Compatibility: Incompatibility between different versions of SAP systems can also lead to RFC errors.
  
  
  Solutions to RFC Error S1250:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check the configuration of the RFC destination that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the connection parameters (such as the target system, client, user, and password) are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection: In transaction SM59, you can test the RFC connection to see if it is working properly. This can help identify if the issue is with the connection itself.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to access the target system and perform the required operations.
  
  
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace files (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages or information that can help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC errors.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SICF: HTTP Service Hierarchy
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on RFC configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RFC error S1250.