How To Fix CNV_PE_BOD016 - Sender RFC destination not available in ES

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_BOD - Messages in context of OBT/ES interaction

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Sender RFC destination not available in ES

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE_BOD016 - Sender RFC destination not available in ES ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE_BOD016 indicates that the sender RFC (Remote Function Call) destination is not available in the Enterprise Services (ES) environment. This error typically arises during data migration or when trying to establish communication between different SAP systems or components.
  Cause:
  
  RFC Destination Not Configured: The specified RFC destination may not be configured in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination might be incorrectly configured, such as wrong parameters or missing details.
  Service Not Running: The service that the RFC destination points to may not be running or may have encountered an error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the RFC destination is correctly configured and is of the appropriate type (e.g., T, 3, etc.).
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" button to ensure it is reachable.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues between the systems. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  Check firewall settings that might be blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace (transaction ST22) for any related error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Service Status:
  
  Ensure that the service or application that the RFC destination points to is up and running.
  If applicable, restart the service or check for any issues in the service logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific migration or integration scenario you are working on for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with, as it may provide insights into common issues and their resolutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CNV_PE_BOD016 error message.