How To Fix SCSM_CEN_CHECK002 - Checking system &1 (RFC connection: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCSM_CEN_CHECK - Message Classes for CEN Check

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Checking system &1 (RFC connection: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCSM_CEN_CHECK002 - Checking system &1 (RFC connection: &2) ?

  The SAP error message SCSM_CEN_CHECK002 typically indicates an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) connection to a system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Solution Manager or when performing system checks or monitoring.
  Cause:
  The error message SCSM_CEN_CHECK002 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  RFC Connection Issues: The RFC connection to the specified system (&1) is not properly configured or is down. This could be due to network issues, incorrect connection parameters, or the target system being unavailable.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP Solution Manager or the target system that prevent successful communication.
  
  
  System Availability: The target system might be in maintenance mode, down for updates, or experiencing other operational issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCSM_CEN_CHECK002 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC connection that corresponds to the system &1.
  Test the connection by using the "Connection Test" option. If it fails, check the connection parameters (such as the target host, system number, and client).
  
  
  
  Verify Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication between the systems. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations in the target system. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review System Status:
  
  Check if the target system is up and running. You can do this by logging into the target system directly or checking its status in the SAP Solution Manager.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings in both the SAP Solution Manager and the target system are correct. This includes checking for any recent changes that might have affected the connection.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  
  
  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.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for documentation on RFC connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the SCSM_CEN_CHECK002 error message.