How To Fix DMCLG396 - Object could not be copied due to missing RFC settings

DMCLG396 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 396

• Message text: Object could not be copied due to missing RFC settings

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DMCLG396 - Details

• The SAP error message DMCLG396, which states "Object could not be copied due to missing RFC settings," typically occurs when there are issues with Remote Function Call (RFC) settings in the SAP system. This error is often encountered during operations that involve copying objects between different SAP systems or clients, such as during transport requests or when using the Data Migration Cockpit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The RFC destination required for the operation is not defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems involved.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC settings may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system, leading to failures in establishing a connection.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the required RFC destination is defined and configured correctly.
  Test the connection to ensure it