How To Fix /SCMB/GIS_GC037 - No connection possible using RFC destination &1 for strategy &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/GIS_GC -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: No connection possible using RFC destination &1 for strategy &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/GIS_GC037 - No connection possible using RFC destination &1 for strategy &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/GIS_GC037 No connection possible using RFC destination &1 for strategy &2 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection to the specified destination. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or when using the Global Inventory Management (GIM) functionalities.
  Causes:
  
  
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination specified in the error message may not be correctly configured in the SAP system. This could include incorrect connection parameters, such as the target system's hostname, system number, client, user credentials, etc.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the target system. This could be due to firewall settings, network outages, or incorrect routing.
  
  
  Target System Availability: The target system may be down or not reachable. This could be due to maintenance, system crashes, or other operational issues.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  
  SAP Gateway Issues: The SAP Gateway service may not be running or may be misconfigured, preventing the establishment of the RFC connection.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination mentioned in the error message.
  Verify the connection parameters (such as target host, system number, client, user, and password).
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" button to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Check the network connectivity between the SAP system and the target system. You can use tools like ping or telnet to verify connectivity.
  Ensure that any firewalls or network security settings allow traffic between the two systems.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running. You may need to contact the system administrator of the target system to confirm its status.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used in the RFC destination have the necessary authorizations to perform the required operations in the target system.
  
  
  
  SAP Gateway Configuration:
  
  Check the SAP Gateway settings and ensure that the gateway service is running. You can check this in transaction SMGW.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace files (transaction ST11) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC connections or the error message in question.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific modules you are working with, as they may provide additional troubleshooting steps or configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RFC connection error.