How To Fix /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING138 - RFC destination of integration server was not found; message &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: RFC destination of integration server was not found; message &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING138 - RFC destination of integration server was not found; message &1 ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING138 indicates that the system is unable to find the specified RFC (Remote Function Call) destination for the integration server. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Application Interface Framework (AIF) when trying to process messages that require communication with an external system or service.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or pointing to the wrong target.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the target system.
  Integration Server Not Defined: The integration server may not be properly defined in the AIF configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that is referenced in the error message.
  If it does not exist, create a new RFC destination with the correct parameters.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured with the right connection type (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP).
  Check the target host, service, and any other parameters to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Test RFC Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Test Connection" option to verify that the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Review roles and profiles assigned to the user/service account.
  
  
  
  Review AIF Configuration:
  
  Check the AIF configuration to ensure that the integration server is properly defined.
  Go to transaction /AIF/CONFIG and review the settings related to the integration server.
  
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting:
  
  If the RFC destination is correct but still not reachable, check for any network issues that may be preventing access to the target system.
  Ensure that firewalls or other network security measures are not blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  /AIF/CONFIG: AIF Configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on AIF and RFC configuration.
  Logs: Check the AIF logs for additional error messages that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFC destination not being found in the SAP system.