How To Fix USMD_REMOTE_WUL004 - Error occurs when displaying table &1 in RFC destination &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_REMOTE_WUL - Remote Where-used List

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error occurs when displaying table &1 in RFC destination &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_REMOTE_WUL004 - Error occurs when displaying table &1 in RFC destination &2 ?

  The SAP error message USMD_REMOTE_WUL004 typically indicates an issue related to the Remote Function Call (RFC) when trying to display a specific table in a remote system. This error can occur due to various reasons, including connectivity issues, authorization problems, or configuration errors.
  Causes:
  
  RFC Destination Issues: The RFC destination specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may be inactive.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table in the remote system.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity problems between the systems involved.
  Table Not Found: The specified table may not exist in the remote system or may have been renamed or deleted.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent proper communication with the remote system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination (&2 in the error message).
  Ensure that the destination is active and that the connection test is successful.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations in the remote system to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the specified table (&1).
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication between the systems.
  You can use tools like ping or traceroute to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Check Table Existence:
  
  Log into the remote system and verify that the specified table (&1) exists.
  If the table has been renamed or deleted, you may need to update your references accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Check for any configuration settings that may affect RFC communication, such as firewall settings or SAP Gateway settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  SE11: To check the structure and existence of database tables.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on RFC and authorization management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.