How To Fix XMS_PERF803 - Test with RFC connection &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_PERF - Integration Engine: Messages XI Performance

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Test with RFC connection &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_PERF803 - Test with RFC connection &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message XMS_PERF803 indicates that a test with an RFC (Remote Function Call) connection has failed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Performance Management or when dealing with remote connections between SAP systems.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system.
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly. This includes incorrect parameters such as the target system's IP address, system number, or client.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  Service Availability: The target SAP system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection between the two systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to verify that the target system is reachable from the source system.
  Ensure that there are no network outages or issues.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check the configuration of the RFC destination that is failing. Ensure that all parameters (like target host, system number, client, user, and password) are correct.
  Test the connection from this transaction to see if it succeeds.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user specified in the RFC destination has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions on the target system.
  You can check user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Ensure that the target SAP system is up and running. You can check this by logging into the target system or checking its status through system monitoring tools.
  
  
  
  Review Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  If applicable, check firewall settings to ensure that the necessary ports for RFC communication (typically TCP port 3200 for SAP) are open.
  Consult with your network/security team if there are any restrictions in place.
  
  
  
  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 and test RFC connections.
  SU01: To manage user accounts and authorizations.
  SICF: To check the status of HTTP services if applicable.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on RFC connections and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the XMS_PERF803 error message.