How To Fix S_NWDEMO_COMMON_MSG005 - No Answer from Remote Component

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_NWDEMO_COMMON_MSG - Messages related to S_NWDEMO_COMMON

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No Answer from Remote Component

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_NWDEMO_COMMON_MSG005 - No Answer from Remote Component ?

  The SAP error message S_NWDEMO_COMMON_MSG005: No Answer from Remote Component typically indicates that a communication issue has occurred between your SAP system and a remote component or service. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to access a web service, an external system, or during remote function calls (RFC).
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the remote component.
  Timeouts: The request to the remote component may be timing out due to slow response times or heavy load on the remote system.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the remote component can lead to communication failures.
  Service Unavailability: The remote service or component may be down or not reachable.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the communication between the systems.
  Incorrect Endpoint: The URL or endpoint being called may be incorrect or outdated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the remote component. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Review Timeout Settings: If applicable, check and adjust the timeout settings for the communication. This can often be configured in the SAP system or the remote service settings.
  Verify Configuration: Double-check the configuration settings for the remote component in the SAP system. Ensure that all parameters (like URLs, ports, and credentials) are correct.
  Check Service Status: Verify that the remote service is up and running. You may need to contact the administrator of the remote system to confirm its status.
  Inspect Firewall Rules: Ensure that any firewalls between the SAP system and the remote component allow the necessary traffic. You may need to work with your network/security team to adjust these settings.
  Test the Endpoint: Use tools like Postman or curl to manually test the endpoint to see if it responds correctly outside of the SAP environment.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and the logs of the remote component for any additional error messages or clues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific remote component or service you are trying to connect to, as it may have specific requirements or known issues.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other technical forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.