How To Fix SMOIWS053 - &1 of &2 destination &3 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMOIWS -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: &1 of &2 destination &3 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMOIWS053 - &1 of &2 destination &3 failed ?

  The SAP error message SMOIWS053 typically indicates that there was a failure in the communication with a specific destination in the SAP system. This error is often related to issues with the SAP Process Integration (PI) or Process Orchestration (PO) components, where the system is unable to send or receive messages to/from a specified destination.
  Cause:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the destination.
  Configuration Errors: The destination might not be configured correctly in the SAP system (e.g., incorrect RFC destination settings).
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the destination.
  Service Unavailability: The service at the destination may be down or not responding.
  Timeouts: The request may have timed out due to long processing times or heavy load on the destination system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the network connection between the SAP system and the destination is stable and operational. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity issues.
  Verify Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in SAP to check the configuration of the RFC destination.
  Ensure that the destination is correctly set up with the right parameters (e.g., hostname, service number, etc.).
  
  
  Test the Connection: In transaction SM59, you can test the connection to the destination to see if it is reachable and functioning correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or service account used for the connection has the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  Monitor the Destination Service: If the destination is a web service or another application, check its status to ensure it is running and available.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are suspected, consider increasing the timeout settings for the connection in the RFC destination configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the error message SMOIWS053.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Process Integration/Orchestration for best practices on configuring and troubleshooting communication issues.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other technical forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.