How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP017 - Could not connect to liveCache

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Could not connect to liveCache

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP017 - Could not connect to liveCache ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP017 Could not connect to liveCache typically indicates that the SAP system is unable to establish a connection to the LiveCache database, which is used in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) for storing and processing planning data.
  Causes:
  
  LiveCache Service Not Running: The LiveCache service may not be started or may have crashed.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the SAP application server and the LiveCache server.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or LiveCache settings can prevent a successful connection.
  Database Issues: The LiveCache database may be down or experiencing issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access LiveCache.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the SAP system and the LiveCache.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check LiveCache Status:
  
  Ensure that the LiveCache service is running. You can check this using transaction LC10 or by accessing the LiveCache administration tools.
  Restart the LiveCache service if it is not running.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that the network connection between the SAP application server and the LiveCache server is stable and functioning.
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for LiveCache. Check the parameters in transaction RZ10 or RZ11 related to LiveCache.
  Ensure that the connection parameters (like hostname, port, etc.) are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Database Health:
  
  Check the health of the LiveCache database. If there are issues, you may need to perform database recovery or maintenance.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access LiveCache. Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs and LiveCache logs for any error messages that could provide more insight into the issue. Use transaction SM21 for system logs and check the LiveCache logs for specific errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues with LiveCache connectivity.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  LC10: LiveCache Administration
  RZ10: Profile Maintenance
  RZ11: Profile Parameter Display
  SM21: System Log
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to LiveCache connectivity.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on LiveCache configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /SAPAPO/RSP017 Could not connect to liveCache error.