How To Fix DU205 - Destination & has not been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DU - Data transfer to SAP-EIS

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Destination & has not been maintained

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter an existing destination in the <DS:TRAN.OKCD>transfer
parameters</> or create the destination using SM54.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DU205 - Destination & has not been maintained ?

  The SAP error message DU205 ("Destination & has not been maintained") typically occurs when a system or user tries to access a destination that has not been properly configured in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using RFC (Remote Function Call), HTTP connections, or other communication methods.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The destination specified in the error message has not been created or maintained in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Destination Name: The destination name may be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the code or configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the destination is part of a transport layer, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain the Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Check if the destination mentioned in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new destination by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (e.g., target host, system number, client, etc.).
  If it exists, ensure that it is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Verify that the destination name is spelled correctly in the code or configuration where it is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the destination. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After maintaining the destination, use the "Connection Test" feature in SM59 to ensure that the destination is reachable and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the destination is part of a transport request, ensure that it has been properly transported to the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SU53: To check authorization issues.
  ST22: For analyzing dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the DU205 error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DU205 error and ensure that the destination is properly maintained in your SAP system.