How To Fix EDESK_COMM_PIO028 - RFC destination template &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 028

• Message text: RFC destination template &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_COMM_PIO028 - RFC destination template &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_COMM_PIO028 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination template specified in your SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the RFC destination template does not exist. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to connect to an external system or when configuring communication between different SAP systems.
  Cause
  The primary causes of this error message include:
  
  Non-existent RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination template does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or misspelled in the settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
  Transport Issues: If the RFC destination was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Look for the specified RFC destination template in the list. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Correct RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is missing, create a new one by clicking on the "Create" button.
  Fill in the required fields, including the destination name, connection type, and other relevant parameters.
  If the destination exists but is incorrectly configured, modify it to ensure all settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user trying to access the RFC destination has the necessary authorizations. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the RFC destination was supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing the Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Connection Test" feature in transaction SM59 to verify that the connection works as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the parameters needed for the RFC destination, consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to RFC destinations or the error message in question.
  Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) 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 issue related to the RFC destination template not existing in your SAP system.