How To Fix E0563 - Type '&' of logical destination & is incompatible with port type '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 563

• Message text: Type '&' of logical destination & is incompatible with port type '&'

What causes this issue?

Each port type requires a certain type of logical destination:

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

Port type ,,Type of logical destination
Transactional RFC ,,SAP connection or TCP/IP connection
File ,,TCP/IP connection
XML ,,TCP/IP connection
R/2 System ,,R/2 connection
XML-HTTP ,,HTTP connection

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter the logical destination accordingly, or maintain the logical
destination in the system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0563 - Type '&' of logical destination & is incompatible with port type '&' ?

  The SAP error message E0563 indicates that there is a mismatch between the type of logical destination and the port type that is being used in the configuration. This typically occurs in scenarios involving communication between different systems, such as when setting up RFC (Remote Function Call) connections, HTTP connections, or other types of communication in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Types: The logical destination you are trying to use is configured with a specific type (e.g., HTTP, RFC, etc.), but the port type you are trying to connect to does not match this configuration.
  Configuration Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the SAP system settings, such as incorrect settings in transaction codes like SM59 (for RFC destinations) or SOAMANAGER (for web services).
  Transport Layer Issues: If the transport layer settings are not correctly defined, it can lead to this error.
  Version Mismatch: Sometimes, the version of the SAP system or the components involved may not support the type of connection being attempted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and check the configuration of the logical destination. Ensure that the type of logical destination matches the expected port type.
  If you are using HTTP connections, ensure that the logical destination is set up as an HTTP destination.
  
  
  
  Verify Port Configuration:
  
  Check the port configuration in transaction SOAMANAGER or the relevant configuration area for the type of connection you are using.
  Ensure that the port type is compatible with the logical destination type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the settings of either the logical destination or the port to ensure compatibility.
  If necessary, create a new logical destination or port that matches the required types.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After making changes, test the connection to ensure that the error is resolved. You can use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 or relevant testing tools.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific types of connections you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web service configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the E0563 error in your SAP system.