How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION063 - Process & not started: Communication error in systems: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Process & not started: Communication error in systems: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION063 - Process & not started: Communication error in systems: & ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VERSION063 Process & not started: Communication error in systems: & typically indicates a communication issue between the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system and another system, such as SAP ERP or another backend system. This error can occur during the execution of a process that requires data exchange between systems.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the APO system and the other system.
  RFC Connection Problems: The Remote Function Call (RFC) connection may not be configured correctly or may be down.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in either the APO or the connected system can lead to communication errors.
  System Downtime: The target system may be down for maintenance or experiencing issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  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 Connections:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check the status of the RFC connection used by the APO system to connect to the other system.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to execute the process. Check user roles and profiles.
  Check System Logs: Look at the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in both the APO and the connected system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  System Status: Check if the target system is up and running. If it is down, coordinate with the system administrators to resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM59 (RFC Destinations), SM21 (System Log), SLG1 (Application Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for both APO and the connected systems to understand the expected configurations and communication protocols.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.