How To Fix WM744 - Data updated locally due to capacity problems when calling RFC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 744

• Message text: Data updated locally due to capacity problems when calling RFC

What causes this issue?

You have started a parallel update. No capacity is available for
calling the RFC destination on the server.

System Response

The data is updated locally.

How to fix this error?

Do not start a parallel transaction or ensure that there is available
capacity on the server.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM744 - Data updated locally due to capacity problems when calling RFC ?

  The SAP error message WM744 ("Data updated locally due to capacity problems when calling RFC") typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) when there are issues related to the capacity of the system to handle the data being processed. This error indicates that the system was unable to process the data through Remote Function Call (RFC) due to capacity constraints, and as a result, the data was updated locally instead.
  Causes:
  
  System Capacity Issues: The SAP system may be experiencing high load or resource constraints (CPU, memory, etc.) that prevent it from processing the RFC call.
  Network Issues: There may be network latency or connectivity issues between the systems involved in the RFC call.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the RFC destination or related settings may lead to capacity problems.
  Data Volume: The volume of data being processed in the RFC call may exceed the limits set in the system.
  Locking Issues: If there are locks on the data being processed, it may lead to delays and capacity issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Monitor System Performance: Check the performance of the SAP system to identify any bottlenecks. Use transaction codes like ST03N (Workload Analysis) or ST06 (Operating System Monitor) to analyze system performance.
  Check RFC Configuration: Review the configuration of the RFC destination (transaction code SM59) to ensure it is set up correctly and that the target system is available.
  Optimize Data Processing: If large volumes of data are being processed, consider breaking them into smaller batches to reduce the load on the system.
  Network Troubleshooting: Investigate any network issues that may be affecting the RFC calls. Ensure that there are no firewalls or network configurations that could be causing delays.
  Increase System Resources: If the system is consistently under heavy load, consider increasing the hardware resources (CPU, memory) or optimizing the system configuration.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks that may be affecting the data being processed. Resolve any unnecessary locks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WM744.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) to gather more information about the error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Warehouse Management and RFC processing for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.