How To Fix /SDF/AUTHUPDATE015 - Connection error to CUA destination &1 from system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SDF/AUTHUPDATE -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Connection error to CUA destination &1 from system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SDF/AUTHUPDATE015 - Connection error to CUA destination &1 from system &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SDF/AUTHUPDATE015 Connection error to CUA destination &1 from system &2 typically indicates that there is a problem with the connection to the Central User Administration (CUA) destination in an SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the CUA destination.
  Configuration Errors: The CUA destination might not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to connect to the CUA destination.
  RFC Destination Problems: The RFC destination for the CUA might be inactive or incorrectly set up.
  System Availability: The target CUA system might be down or not reachable.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the network connection between the systems is stable and that there are no firewalls blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Verify CUA Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 and check the CUA settings.
  Ensure that the CUA destination is correctly defined in transaction SM59 (RFC destinations).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CUA destination. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Test RFC Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, test the RFC connection to the CUA destination. If the test fails, check the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check System Status:
  
  Verify that the CUA system is up and running. You can check the system status in transaction SM51 or by using the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CUA Overview: Central User Administration (CUA) allows for centralized management of user accounts across multiple SAP systems.
  RFC Destinations: Remote Function Call (RFC) destinations are used to connect different SAP systems and can be configured in transaction SM59.
  Authorization Management: Understanding how authorizations work in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting access-related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.