How To Fix CONV167 - RFC Destination in CONVERTER-CONV_UTIL_DEST not accessible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONV - Messages in Connection with the Converter

• Message number: 167

• Message text: RFC Destination in CONVERTER-CONV_UTIL_DEST not accessible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONV167 - RFC Destination in CONVERTER-CONV_UTIL_DEST not accessible ?

  The SAP error message CONV167 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination in the context of the conversion utility. Specifically, the message states that the RFC destination in the CONVERTER-CONV_UTIL_DEST is not accessible. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data conversion processes or when trying to access external systems.
  Causes:
  
  
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured in the SAP system. This could include incorrect connection parameters, such as the target system's hostname, service, or system number.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the target system defined in the RFC destination.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account being used to access the RFC destination may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Target System Down: The target system that the RFC destination points to may be down or not reachable.
  
  
  SAP Gateway Issues: There may be issues with the SAP Gateway that prevent the RFC call from being processed.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination CONVERTER-CONV_UTIL_DEST.
  Verify that the connection parameters (like target host, system number, and client) are correct.
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" button.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the network connection between the SAP system and the target system is functioning properly.
  You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running.
  If the target system is down, coordinate with the system administrators to bring it back online.
  
  
  
  SAP Gateway Configuration:
  
  Check the SAP Gateway settings and ensure that it is properly configured to handle RFC calls.
  You can also check the gateway logs for any errors that might provide more insight.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace (transaction ST11) for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM21: System Log
  ST11: Developer Traces
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC destinations and the CONV167 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to RFC connections and the conversion utility for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CONV167 error message.