How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT006 - Remote Function Call (RFC) destination does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT - APO Integration Messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Remote Function Call (RFC) destination does not exist

What causes this issue?

The Remote Function Call (RFC) destination does not exist.

System Response

The input was cleared.

How to fix this error?

Choose an existing RFC destination using the input help.

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 CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT006 - Remote Function Call (RFC) destination does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT006 indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination in your SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access a remote system (like SAP APO) but cannot find the specified RFC destination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or pointing to the wrong system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the remote system.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to communicate with the remote system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that is supposed to be used (it may be named something like APO_SAP or similar).
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify RFC Destination:
  
  If the destination is missing, create a new RFC destination by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (like target host, system number, client, user, password, etc.).
  If it exists but is misconfigured, modify the existing destination to ensure all details are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the connection to the remote system is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user who is trying to access the RFC destination has the necessary authorizations. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing the connection to the remote system. This may involve checking firewalls, VPNs, or other network configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific RFC destination and the systems involved for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SU01: For user management and authorization checks.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to RFC connections or the CRM and APO integration.
  Logs and Traces: If the issue persists, consider checking system logs (transaction SLG1) or enabling traces to gather more information about the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT006 error and establish a successful connection to the remote system.