How To Fix SATCM055 - RFC: System termination in remote system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SATCM - Check Result Management / Transaction CheckMan

• Message number: 055

• Message text: RFC: System termination in remote system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SATCM055 - RFC: System termination in remote system ?

  The SAP error message SATCM055, which indicates "RFC: System termination in remote system," typically occurs when there is a failure in the remote system during a Remote Function Call (RFC). This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  System Crash or Termination: The remote SAP system may have crashed or terminated unexpectedly due to various reasons such as memory issues, resource exhaustion, or software bugs.
  Network Issues: Network connectivity problems between the systems can lead to timeouts or disconnections, resulting in this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect RFC destination configuration or missing authorizations can also lead to this error.
  Resource Limitations: The remote system may be under heavy load, leading to resource limitations that cause it to terminate processes.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems in the transport layer, such as issues with the SAP kernel or communication protocols, can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) on the remote system to identify any specific errors or warnings that occurred around the time of the termination.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction ST03N or ST06 to monitor the performance of the remote system. Look for any resource bottlenecks (CPU, memory, etc.) that may have caused the termination.
  Network Diagnostics: Check the network connectivity between the systems. Use tools like ping or traceroute to ensure there are no network issues.
  RFC Destination Configuration: Verify the RFC destination settings in transaction SM59. Ensure that the connection parameters are correct and that the destination is reachable.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user used for the RFC call has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module or transaction.
  Restart the Remote System: If the remote system has crashed, a restart may be necessary. Ensure that all services are running correctly after the restart.
  Update SAP Kernel: If the issue persists, consider updating the SAP kernel on the remote system to the latest version, as this may resolve known bugs.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM21: System Log
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  ST03N: Workload Analysis
  ST06: Operating System Monitor
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SATCM055 error and implement an appropriate solution.