How To Fix EPIC_BACO_PROG003 - RFC destination is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPIC_BACO_PROG - Message Class for BACO PROG

• Message number: 003

• Message text: RFC destination is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPIC_BACO_PROG003 - RFC destination is missing ?

  The SAP error message "EPIC_BACO_PROG003 RFC destination is missing" typically indicates that a required Remote Function Call (RFC) destination is not configured in the SAP system. This can prevent certain functions or programs from executing properly, especially if they rely on communication with other systems or services.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination that the program or function is trying to access is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may exist but is incorrectly configured (e.g., wrong connection parameters).
  Authorization Issues: The user or service trying to access the RFC destination may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the missing RFC destination in the list. If it is not present, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Configure RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is missing, create a new one by clicking on the "Create" button.
  Fill in the required fields, such as:
  
  RFC Destination: Name of the destination.
  Connection Type: Typically "T" for TCP/IP connections.
  Target Host: The hostname or IP address of the target system.
  System Number: The system number of the target SAP system.
  Client: The client number of the target system.
  User/Password: Credentials for accessing the target system (if required).
  
  
  Save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" button in SM59 to ensure that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Network Configuration:
  
  If the RFC destination is configured correctly but still not working, check for any network issues that may be preventing communication between the systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user authorizations).
  ST22: Dump analysis (to check for any related dumps).
  
  
  
  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 error message or RFC configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "EPIC_BACO_PROG003 RFC destination is missing" error and ensure that your SAP system can communicate with the necessary external systems.