How To Fix XBP_EXT024 - External connection (&) is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XBP_EXT - XBP Extension

• Message number: 024

• Message text: External connection (&) is deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XBP_EXT024 - External connection (&) is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message XBP_EXT024 indicates that an external connection, which is required for certain operations (like background processing or job scheduling), is currently deactivated. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a job that relies on an external system or when using external scheduling tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deactivation of External Connection: The external connection may have been manually deactivated by an administrator or due to system configuration changes.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the external system.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the external system can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to access the external connection.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Connection Status:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) and check the status of the external connection. Ensure that it is activated.
  If it is deactivated, activate it by selecting the connection and choosing