How To Fix EDESK_COMM_PIO027 - RFC destination template &1 has connection type &2 instead of &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDESK_COMM_PIO - Engineering Desktop: Partner Integration Outbound

• Message number: 027

• Message text: RFC destination template &1 has connection type &2 instead of &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_COMM_PIO027 - RFC destination template &1 has connection type &2 instead of &3 ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_COMM_PIO027 indicates that there is a mismatch in the connection type of an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination. Specifically, the error states that the RFC destination template has a connection type that is not what is expected.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the RFC destination template is configured with a connection type that does not match the expected type. The connection types can include:
  
  T: TCP/IP
  A: ABAP Connection
  M: Message Server
  D: Directory
  H: HTTP Connection
  
  In this case, the RFC destination is expected to have a specific connection type (denoted as &3 in the error message), but it has a different type (denoted as &2).
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination that is causing the issue.
  Check the connection type configured for this RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Modify Connection Type:
  
  If the connection type is incorrect, you can change it to the expected type (as indicated by &3 in the error message).
  Make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After making changes, use the "Test Connection" option in transaction SM59 to ensure that the RFC destination is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Related Configuration:
  
  Ensure that any related configurations (like logical systems, transport routes, etc.) are also correctly set up to avoid further issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct connection type, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SICF: HTTP Services
  SPRO: Customizing (for configuration settings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: If the issue persists, consider checking the system logs (transaction SM21) or enabling traces to gather more information about the error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue related to the RFC destination connection type.