How To Fix SHDB_PFW005 - RFC call failed (&1): &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHDB_PFW -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: RFC call failed (&1): &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHDB_PFW005 - RFC call failed (&1): &2 ?

  The SAP error message SHDB_PFW005 indicates that an RFC (Remote Function Call) call has failed during the execution of a transaction recorded using the SAP GUI scripting or transaction recording (SHDB). The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the function module name and &2 for the error message or details about the failure.
  Causes
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP application server and the database or other systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the RFC function module may be incorrect or not in the expected format.
  Function Module Issues: The function module being called may not exist, may be inactive, or may have been changed in a way that affects its behavior.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect the execution of the RFC call.
  Transaction Locking: The transaction may be locked by another process, preventing the RFC call from completing.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues affecting the connection to the SAP system.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module.
  Validate Parameters: Check the parameters being passed to the function module for correctness and completeness.
  Function Module Status: Ensure that the function module is active and has not been modified in a way that would cause it to fail.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  Debugging: If possible, use transaction SE37 to test the function module directly and see if it works outside of the recorded transaction.
  Transaction Locking: Check if the transaction is locked by another user or process and resolve any conflicts.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SHDB: Transaction recording.
  SE37: Function module maintenance.
  SM21: System log.
  SLG1: Application log.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific function module or error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.