How To Fix DMF_OUTBOUND030 - Customizing: Only RFC communication channels allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMF_OUTBOUND -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Customizing: Only RFC communication channels allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND030 - Customizing: Only RFC communication channels allowed ?

  The SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND030, which states "Customizing: Only RFC communication channels allowed," typically occurs in the context of Data Management Framework (DMF) when there is an issue with the configuration of communication channels for outbound data transfer.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Communication Channel Type: The system is configured to use a communication channel that is not an RFC (Remote Function Call) channel. DMF requires that outbound communication channels be set up as RFC channels to facilitate the transfer of data between systems.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the DMF settings or in the communication channel settings that leads to the system not recognizing the channel as an RFC channel.
  
  
  Missing or Inactive RFC Destination: The RFC destination that the DMF is trying to use may not be defined, inactive, or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMF_OUTBOUND030 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Communication Channel Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMF configuration settings and verify that the outbound communication channel is set to an RFC channel.
  Ensure that the channel type is correctly defined as RFC.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Use transaction code SM59 to check the RFC destination that is being used.
  Ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured, active, and can connect to the target system.
  Test the RFC connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Review DMF Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the DMF customizing settings and ensure that all required parameters are correctly set.
  Check if there are any specific settings that restrict the use of non-RFC channels.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to DMF and RFC communication to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Updates:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring DMF with RFC channels.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 for managing RFC destinations.
  DMF related transactions for Data Management Framework configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide fixes or additional insights into this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on DMF and RFC configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DMF_OUTBOUND030 error in your SAP system.