How To Fix STEP014 - Select another server (RFC server &1 is not responding)

STEP014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Select another server (RFC server &1 is not responding)

Self-Explanatory Message

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STEP014 - Details

• The SAP error message "STEP014 Select another server (RFC server &1 is not responding)" typically indicates that the Remote Function Call (RFC) server specified in the error message is not responding to requests. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the RFC server.
  Server Down: The RFC server may be down or not running, which can happen due to maintenance, crashes, or other issues.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the RFC destination or the server itself can lead to this error.
  Timeouts: The RFC call may be timing out due to long processing times or heavy load on the server.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC server.
  Resource Limitations: The server may be overloaded or have insufficient resources (CPU, memory) to