How To Fix DS171 - Program to be called in remote system must be specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Program to be called in remote system must be specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS171 - Program to be called in remote system must be specified ?

  The SAP error message DS171, which states "Program to be called in remote system must be specified," typically occurs in the context of Remote Function Calls (RFC) or when trying to execute a program in a remote SAP system. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific program name to be provided for execution, but it has not been specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Program Name: The most common cause of this error is that the program name that should be executed in the remote system has not been specified in the configuration or the call.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the RFC destination or the parameters being passed to the remote function call.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the call may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the specified program in the remote system.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the systems that prevent the program from being called.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify the Program Name: Ensure that the program name is correctly specified in the RFC call or in the configuration settings. This can usually be done in the transaction where the RFC is being set up or called.
  Check RFC Destination: Verify the RFC destination settings in transaction SM59. Ensure that the destination is correctly configured and that the target system is reachable.
  Review Parameters: If you are using a custom program or function module, check the parameters being passed to ensure that they are correct and complete.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program in the remote system. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection between the two systems. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the error is occurring and what values are being passed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 - To manage RFC destinations.
  SE37 or SE80 - To check or create function modules.
  SU53 - To analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on RFC and remote program execution.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the DS171 error in your SAP environment.