How To Fix TB580 - RFC connection closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 580

• Message text: RFC connection closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB580 - RFC connection closed ?

  The SAP error message "TB580 RFC connection closed" typically indicates that a Remote Function Call (RFC) connection to an SAP system has been unexpectedly terminated. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: Intermittent network connectivity problems can lead to the closure of RFC connections.
  Timeout Settings: If the RFC connection is idle for too long, it may time out and close automatically.
  SAP System Configuration: Misconfigurations in the SAP system or the RFC destination settings can lead to connection issues.
  Resource Limitations: If the SAP server is under heavy load or running out of resources (like memory), it may terminate connections.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may block or terminate the connection.
  SAP Kernel or Patch Issues: Bugs or issues in the SAP kernel or specific patches may cause unexpected behavior.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues between the client and the SAP server. Use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity.
  Review Timeout Settings: Check the timeout settings for the RFC connection in the SAP system. You may need to adjust the rdisp/keepalive or rdisp/max_wprun_time parameters.
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration: Ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured in transaction SM59. Test the connection to see if it is working properly.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor the workload on the SAP server. If the server is overloaded, consider optimizing performance or scaling resources.
  Check Firewall Settings: Ensure that firewalls are not blocking the necessary ports for RFC communication. Ports typically used for SAP RFC are 3200 and 3300 (for example).
  Update SAP Kernel: If the issue persists, check for any available updates or patches for the SAP kernel and apply them as necessary.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer traces (transaction ST22) for any related error messages that could provide more context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  SM21: To view system logs.
  ST22: To check for dumps.
  SM50/SM66: To monitor active processes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC connections.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on configuring and managing RFC connections.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for analysis.