How To Fix UA_SM1006 - Error when accessing remote system (RFCDEST=&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UA_SM1 - Structure Maintenance

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Error when accessing remote system (RFCDEST=&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UA_SM1006 - Error when accessing remote system (RFCDEST=&1) ?

  The SAP error message UA_SM1006 indicates that there is an issue when trying to access a remote system using a Remote Function Call (RFC). The message typically includes a placeholder for the RFC destination (RFCDEST=&1), which is the name of the destination that is causing the problem.
  Cause
  The UA_SM1006 error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the remote system.
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This includes incorrect parameters such as the target host, system number, client, user credentials, etc.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the remote system.
  Remote System Down: The remote system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the remote system.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the UA_SM1006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the remote system. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity to the remote system's IP address and port.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination that is causing the error.
  Check the configuration settings, including:
  
  Target Host
  System Number
  Client
  User and Password
  
  
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" button in the SM59 transaction.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to access the remote system.
  
  
  
  Check Remote System Status:
  
  Verify that the remote system is up and running. If it is down, you may need to wait until it is back online.
  
  
  
  Review Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules or security settings that might be blocking the connection to the remote system. You may need to work with your network/security team to resolve this.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related error messages.
  ST22: To check for dumps that might provide more context on the error.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Community for additional resources and troubleshooting guides related to RFC connections.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UA_SM1006 error when accessing a remote system.