How To Fix WXP654 - RFC error when calling promotion maintenance: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 654

• Message text: RFC error when calling promotion maintenance: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP654 - RFC error when calling promotion maintenance: &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP654 RFC error when calling promotion maintenance: &1
  
  Cause:
  The error message WXP654 typically occurs when there is an RFC (Remote Function Call) communication problem between the system where the promotion maintenance is being executed and the backend system or server that handles the promotion data.
  More specifically, this error arises when the system tries to call a remote function module related to promotion maintenance, but the RFC connection fails due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  The RFC destination is not correctly configured or is inactive.
  Network issues preventing communication between the systems.
  The target system is down or not reachable.
  Authorization issues for the user executing the RFC.
  The called function module or service is not available or has errors.
  Version incompatibility or missing support packages in one of the systems.
  
  The placeholder &1 in the message usually contains the name of the RFC destination or the function module that failed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WXP654 RFC error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59.
  Verify the RFC destination mentioned in the error message.
  Test the connection using the "Test Connection" and "Remote Logon" buttons.
  If the connection test fails, check the network, gateway, and target system status.
  
  
  
  Check Network and System Availability:
  
  Ensure the target system is up and running.
  Verify there are no network issues or firewall blocks between the systems.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user executing the RFC has the necessary authorizations in the target system.
  Check for missing roles or authorizations related to the function module or promotion maintenance.
  
  
  
  Check Function Module Availability:
  
  Verify that the function module or service being called exists and is active in the target system.
  Check for any recent changes or transports that might have affected the function module.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction SM21 and ST22 to check for system errors or dumps related to the RFC call.
  Check the application logs in SLG1 for more detailed error messages.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and Support Packages:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WXP654 and promotion maintenance RFC errors.
  Apply any relevant patches or support packages.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Update RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is corrupted or outdated, recreate it.
  Update the connection parameters if needed.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM59: Used to maintain and test RFC destinations.
  Transaction WXP1 / WXP2: Related to promotion maintenance in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WXP654.
  RFC Troubleshooting: General SAP documentation on RFC errors.
  Authorization Objects: S_RFC, S_TCODE, and others related to RFC calls.
  
  
  Summary:
  The WXP654 RFC error during promotion maintenance indicates a failure in the remote function call, usually due to connection, authorization, or system availability issues. Checking and fixing the RFC destination, network, authorizations, and system status typically resolves the problem.
  
  If you provide the exact text in &1 or more context, I can help you with a more specific diagnosis.