How To Fix 5W152 - The RFC address specified does not exist.


5W152 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

  • Message number: 152

  • Message text: The RFC address specified does not exist.

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5W152 - Details

  • The SAP error message 5W152 ("The RFC address specified does not exist") typically occurs when there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination configuration in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified RFC destination, which is necessary for communication between different SAP systems or between an SAP system and an external system.
    Causes:
    
    Incorrect RFC Destination Name: The name of the RFC destination specified in the transaction or program may be incorrect or misspelled.
    RFC Destination Not Defined: The RFC destination may not be defined in the SAP system.
    Transport Layer Issues: If the RFC destination is defined in a different client or system, it may not be available in the current context.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
    Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the specified RFC destination.
    
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