How To Fix SVMCRT_RFC_CONTAINER004 - The RFC container is not operational

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SVMCRT_RFC_CONTAINER - VMC RFC Container

• Message number: 004

• Message text: The RFC container is not operational

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SVMCRT_RFC_CONTAINER004 - The RFC container is not operational ?

  The SAP error message SVMCRT_RFC_CONTAINER004 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) container, which is not operational. This error typically arises in scenarios where there is a problem with the communication between SAP systems or when the RFC destination is not correctly configured.
  Causes:
  
  RFC Destination Issues: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured or may be pointing to an incorrect or inactive system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems involved.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Configuration: The target system may not be properly set up to accept RFC calls.
  SAP Kernel or Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP kernel or related software components that affect RFC functionality.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination.
  Test the connection to ensure it is operational. If