How To Fix SOTR_MESS260 - An RFC connection to the fuzzy server cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOTR_MESS - Messages in and for the Online Text Repository

• Message number: 260

• Message text: An RFC connection to the fuzzy server cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOTR_MESS260 - An RFC connection to the fuzzy server cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message SOTR_MESS260 indicates that there is an issue with establishing an RFC (Remote Function Call) connection to the fuzzy server. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's text search and fuzzy search functionalities, which rely on the fuzzy server to perform operations.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP application server and the fuzzy server.
  Configuration Errors: The RFC destination for the fuzzy server may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Fuzzy Server Not Running: The fuzzy server itself may not be running or may have crashed.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account trying to establish the connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the fuzzy server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP application server can reach the fuzzy server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in SAP and check the configuration of the RFC destination that points to the fuzzy server. Ensure that the connection type is correct and that the target host and service are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Fuzzy Server Status:
  
  Ensure that the fuzzy server is up and running. If it is down, restart the service.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user credentials being used for the RFC connection. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to connect to the fuzzy server.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  If applicable, check firewall settings to ensure that they are not blocking the required ports for the RFC connection.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the SAP application server logs and the fuzzy server logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SM21: For checking system logs.
  ST22: For analyzing dumps.
  SICF: For checking HTTP services if the fuzzy server is accessed via HTTP.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.