How To Fix SE_PTRM_RFC016 -

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE_PTRM_RFC - Messages for Travel Service Enabling RFC service interface

• Message number: 016

• Message text:

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE_PTRM_RFC016 - ?

  The SAP error message SE_PTRM_RFC016 typically indicates an issue related to Remote Function Call (RFC) communication between systems. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a remote function module or when there are issues with the RFC destination configuration.
  Cause:
  
  RFC Destination Issues: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured, or it may be pointing to an incorrect or inactive system.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems involved.
  Authorization Problems: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Configuration: The target system may not be properly set up to accept RFC calls, or there may be issues with the SAP Gateway.
  Timeouts: The RFC call may be timing out due to long processing times or network delays.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues between the systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to execute the function module.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the target system to ensure it is set up to accept RFC calls. This includes checking the SAP Gateway settings.
  
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings:
  
  If the issue is related to timeouts, consider increasing the timeout settings in the RFC destination configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the RFC trace (transaction SM58) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to SE_PTRM_RFC016.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for RFC and remote function calls to understand the configuration and troubleshooting steps better.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other online resources for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.