How To Fix SRAL136 - Error when activating RFC config: role '&1',name '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRAL - Read Access Log Message Class

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Error when activating RFC config: role '&1',name '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRAL136 - Error when activating RFC config: role '&1',name '&2' ?

  The SAP error message SRAL136 indicates an issue with activating a Remote Function Call (RFC) configuration, specifically related to roles and names in the system. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies or misconfigurations in the RFC settings or the roles assigned to users.
  Cause:
  
  Role Issues: The role specified in the error message may not exist, may not be properly configured, or may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Missing Configuration: The RFC destination or configuration might be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Problems: The user trying to activate the RFC configuration may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Existence: Verify that the role specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the role management transaction (e.g., PFCG).
  Review Role Configuration: Ensure that the role is correctly configured and has the necessary authorizations for the RFC function.
  Validate RFC Destination: Check the RFC destination settings in transaction SM59. Ensure that the destination is correctly configured and reachable.
  Transport Check: If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to activate the RFC configuration has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU01 or SU53 for authorization checks.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SM59: RFC destination maintenance
  SU01: User maintenance
  SU53: Authorization check analysis
  SM21: System log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RFC configuration and authorization issues for any specific patches or updates that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC destinations and managing roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the SRAL136 error in your SAP system. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.