How To Fix EPD106 - RFC connection &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPD - Messages for IS-U Master Data Generator

• Message number: 106

• Message text: RFC connection &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPD106 - RFC connection &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EPD106, which states "RFC connection &1 does not exist," typically indicates that the system is trying to use a Remote Function Call (RFC) connection that has not been defined or is not available in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a function module that requires an RFC connection to another SAP system or an external system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination (connection) has not been created in the SAP system.
  Incorrect RFC Name: The name of the RFC connection being referenced is incorrect or misspelled.
  Connection Issues: The RFC connection exists but is not properly configured or is currently down.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC connection.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Verify if the RFC connection specified in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new RFC destination with the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Correct the RFC Name:
  
  Ensure that the name of the RFC connection being used in your code or configuration is correct and matches the name defined in SM59.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Test Connection" option to check if the connection is working properly.
  If the connection fails, check the configuration settings, such as the target host, system number, and logon credentials.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to use the specified RFC connection.
  
  
  
  Review Network Configuration:
  
  If the RFC connection is valid but still not working, check for any network issues that may be preventing communication between the systems.
  
  
  
  Check for System Availability:
  
  Ensure that the target SAP system or external system is up and running and can accept connections.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SE37: Function Module Maintenance (to check the function module that is using the RFC)
  ST22: Dump Analysis (to check for any runtime errors)
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related log entries)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the EPD106 error message in SAP.