How To Fix /SPE/VL017 - Connection to EWM system cannot be established

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/VL -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Connection to EWM system cannot be established

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/VL017 - Connection to EWM system cannot be established ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/VL017 Connection to EWM system cannot be established typically indicates that there is an issue with the connection between the SAP system (usually an ERP system) and the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the ERP and EWM systems.
  Incorrect Configuration: The connection settings in the SAP system may be incorrectly configured.
  RFC Destination Issues: The Remote Function Call (RFC) destination used to connect to the EWM system may be misconfigured or inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  EWM System Down: The EWM system may be down or not running properly.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking the connection between the two systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that both systems can communicate over the network. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI and check the RFC destination that is used to connect to the EWM system.
  Test the connection from this transaction to see if it is successful. If not, check the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the logical system names and client settings are correctly configured in both the ERP and EWM systems.
  Check the settings in transaction SPRO under the relevant configuration for EWM.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user ID used for the connection has the necessary authorizations in both systems.
  
  
  
  Check EWM System Status:
  
  Verify that the EWM system is up and running. You can check the system logs or use transaction SM21 to look for any errors.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Ensure that there are no firewall rules blocking the connection between the two systems. Consult with your network/security team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs in both systems for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for EWM and ERP integration for any specific configuration steps or requirements.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.