How To Fix /SMB/ATC_ERROR013 - RFC resource failure when calling RFC destination &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/ATC_ERROR -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: RFC resource failure when calling RFC destination &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/ATC_ERROR013 - RFC resource failure when calling RFC destination &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/ATC_ERROR013 RFC resource failure when calling RFC destination &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination specified in the error message. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when using the SAP Application Interface Framework (AIF) or when integrating with other systems.
  Causes:
  
  
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This includes incorrect connection parameters, such as the target system's hostname, system number, client, user credentials, etc.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the target system specified in the RFC destination.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used in the RFC destination may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation.
  
  
  Target System Down: The target system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  
  
  Resource Limitations: The target system may be experiencing resource limitations, such as memory or processing capacity, which can prevent it from handling the RFC call.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination specified in the error message.
  Verify that all connection parameters (like hostname, system number, client, user, password) are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Connection Test" option to check if the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication between the SAP system and the target system. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user specified in the RFC destination has the necessary authorizations to perform the required operations on the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running. If it is down, coordinate with the system administrators to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  If the target system is up but still failing to respond, check for resource limitations (CPU, memory, etc.) on the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (SLG1) and system logs (SM21) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting RFC issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.