How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_WFF280 - SWU3: Configure RFC destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_FW_WFF - Messages for Exception Obj. of EHS/PS&S Workflow Foundation

• Message number: 280

• Message text: SWU3: Configure RFC destination

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

The workflow runtime system always executes its transactional remote
function calls (tRFC) on the logical destination WORKFLOW_LOCAL_xxx
(with xxx standing for the three-digit client ID).
This RFC destination is not configured and has to be maintained and
connected to the workflow system user WF-BATCH.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE FND_SWU3_MESSAGES OBJECT DOKU ID TX
You can also perform the step <LS>Configure RFC Destination
</>separately. This step only needs to be performed once by a user who
belongs to the SUPER user group.
If the user WF-BATCH does not exist in the system when you are executing
the activity, it will be created and is automatically assigned the
maximum authorization of the current user.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF280 - SWU3: Configure RFC destination ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF280 typically indicates an issue with the configuration of the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination in the SAP system, particularly in the context of workflow or process integration scenarios. This error often arises during the execution of transaction SWU3, which is used to configure the workflow environment.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC destination required for the workflow is either not created or incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access or configure the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems involved.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to handle the workflow processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 to check the configuration of the RFC destination.
  Ensure that the destination is created and configured correctly. Test the connection to ensure it is working.
  
  
  
  Create or Update RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination does not exist, create it. If it exists but is misconfigured, update it with the correct parameters.
  Ensure that the target system is reachable and that the connection parameters (like hostname, system number, client, user, and password) are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the SWU3 transaction has the necessary authorizations to configure RFC destinations and workflows.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the workflow configuration settings in transaction SWU3 and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the workflow logs (transaction SWI1) for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  If the RFC destination points to a different system, ensure that there are no network issues preventing connectivity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation related to workflow configuration for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWU3: Workflow Customizing
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SWI1: Workflow Overview
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF280.
  
  
  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 issue related to the error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF280 in your SAP system.