How To Fix SHDB_PFW704 - RFC unknown error: &1 during &2

SHDB_PFW704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHDB_PFW -

• Message number: 704

• Message text: RFC unknown error: &1 during &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHDB_PFW704 - RFC unknown error: &1 during &2 ?

  The SAP error message SHDB_PFW704 RFC unknown error: &1 during &2 typically occurs in the context of using the SAP GUI scripting or when executing batch input sessions. This error indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) during the execution of a process, which can be caused by various factors.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP GUI and the application server.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  System Configuration: There could be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect RFC communication.
  Session Timeout: The session may have timed out, leading to an RFC error.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the RFC function may be incorrect or not matching the expected format.
  SAP System Load: High load on the SAP system can lead to timeouts or failures in processing RFC calls.
  
  Solutions:
  
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