How To Fix CNV_MBT_SHELL283 - No RFC Destination defined for the shell system (receiver system)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT_SHELL - Shell Creation

• Message number: 283

• Message text: No RFC Destination defined for the shell system (receiver system)

What causes this issue?

This activity must run in the newly created shell system (receiver
system). The RFC destination to the receiver system is not yet defined.

System Response

The system can not call the receiver system. The activity ends without
any action.

How to fix this error?

You have to add the shell system to the system landscape of this shell
creation package before starting this activity. See the activity
documentation for further information.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL283 - No RFC Destination defined for the shell system (receiver system) ?

  The SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL283 indicates that there is no RFC (Remote Function Call) destination defined for the shell system, which is typically the receiver system in a data migration or conversion scenario. This error often arises during data migration processes, especially when using tools like SAP's Migration Cockpit or other data transfer utilities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The primary cause of this error is that the RFC destination for the target system (the shell system) has not been defined in the SAP system where the migration is being executed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured, leading to connectivity issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the migration may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the RFC destination for the shell system is defined. If not, create a new RFC destination.
  Ensure that the destination type is set correctly (usually "3" for a TCP/IP connection).
  Enter the necessary connection parameters, such as the target system's hostname, system number, and client.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After defining the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the connection to the target system is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the migration has the necessary authorizations to use the RFC destination. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Double-check the configuration settings for the RFC destination to ensure that all parameters are correct.
  
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting:
  
  If the RFC destination is defined and configured correctly but still not working, check for any network issues that may be preventing connectivity between the systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Destinations: RFC destinations are used in SAP to define how one SAP system can communicate with another. They are essential for various operations, including data migration, remote function calls, and background processing.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Used to manage and configure RFC destinations.
  ST22: To check for dumps that may provide additional context for the error.
  SLG1: To view application logs that may contain more details about the error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_MBT_SHELL283 error and successfully establish the necessary connection for your data migration or conversion tasks.