How To Fix /SMB/CM_API_COMMON249 - Error during getting data from remote system

/SMB/CM_API_COMMON249 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CM_API_COMMON -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Error during getting data from remote system

Self-Explanatory Message

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/SMB/CM_API_COMMON249 - Details

• The SAP error message /SMB/CM_API_COMMON249 typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to retrieve data from a remote system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data transfer, integration processes, or when accessing remote services.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the remote system, such as network outages, firewall restrictions, or incorrect network configurations.
  Authentication Problems: The credentials used to access the remote system may be incorrect or have insufficient permissions.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration settings for the remote system in the SAP system may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Service Availability: The remote service or API you are trying to access may be down or not responding.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent or received may not be in the expected format, leading to parsing errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can reach the remote system. You can use tools