How To Fix CM_SERVICE_ADMIN427 - Specify a valid RFC destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SERVICE_ADMIN - Service Administration

• Message number: 427

• Message text: Specify a valid RFC destination

What causes this issue?

You specified the RFC destination &V1& of the EH<(>&<)>S management
server &V2& when installing a WWI generation server. However, you must
<ZH>not</> use this RFC destination for the installation of a WWI
generation server.

System Response

The WWI generation server is not installed.

How to fix this error?

Specify a valid RFC destination for the WWI generation server
installation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN427 - Specify a valid RFC destination ?

  The SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN427 ("Specify a valid RFC destination") typically occurs when there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination configuration in your SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to connect to an external system or when performing certain administrative tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist or is incorrectly configured.
  Missing Authorization: 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 target system.
  Configuration Errors: The RFC destination may have incorrect parameters, such as the wrong hostname, system number, or client.
  System Down: The target system may be down or not reachable.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that you are trying to use.
  Ensure that it exists and is correctly configured (check parameters like target host, system number, client, user, and password).
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and click on the "Connection Test" button to verify if the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Review Network Configuration:
  
  Check for any network issues that might be preventing access to the target system. This could include firewall settings, VPN issues, or DNS resolution problems.
  
  
  
  Check System Status:
  
  Ensure that the target system is up and running. You can do this by trying to log in to the target system directly.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Destinations: RFC destinations are used in SAP to define how to connect to other SAP systems or external systems. They can be configured as "ABAP Connections" or "TCP/IP Connections" in transaction SM59.
  Authorization Objects: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization objects, such as S_RFC, to execute remote function calls.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to RFC destinations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CM_SERVICE_ADMIN427 error.