How To Fix TPM_TRM2236 - RFC SYSTEM FAILURE: &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_TRM2 - Migration to Enterprise 2.0

• Message number: 236

• Message text: RFC SYSTEM FAILURE: &1 &2

What causes this issue?

Error RFC SYSTEM FAILURE occurred during a remote function call.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

This error may have been caused by a runtime error in the RFC. Check the
runtime errors with transaction ST22.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_TRM2236 - RFC SYSTEM FAILURE: &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message TPM_TRM2236, which indicates an "RFC SYSTEM FAILURE: &1 &2", typically occurs in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) within SAP. This error suggests that there is a problem with the Remote Function Call (RFC) communication between systems, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems involved in the RFC call.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration of the RFC destination in the SAP system can lead to this error.
  System Downtime: The target system may be down or not reachable at the time of the RFC call.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account making the RFC call may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Resource Limitations: The target system may be experiencing resource limitations (e.g., memory, CPU) that prevent it from processing the request.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems with the transport layer (e.g., SAP Gateway) can also lead to RFC failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Verify RFC Destination: Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI and check the configuration of the RFC destination. Ensure that the connection parameters are correct and that the connection test is successful.
  Check System Status: Verify that the target system is up and running. You can check the system logs or use transaction SM51 to see the status of application servers.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to perform the RFC call. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the performance and resource usage of the target system. Use transaction SM66 or ST02 to monitor system performance and identify any bottlenecks.
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM51: List of Active Application Servers
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurred and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RFC SYSTEM FAILURE error in SAP.