How To Fix ESH_ADAPT_MSG046 - Blanks are not allowed in RFC destination name

ESH_ADAPT_MSG046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADAPT_MSG - Adapter Messages

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Blanks are not allowed in RFC destination name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADAPT_MSG046 - Blanks are not allowed in RFC destination name ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADAPT_MSG046 indicates that there are blanks (spaces) present in the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination name. This error typically occurs when configuring or using RFC destinations in SAP systems, particularly in the context of Enterprise Search or other integration scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the presence of one or more spaces in the name of the RFC destination. RFC destination names must adhere to specific naming conventions, which do not allow for spaces or other invalid characters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Name:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the name of the RFC destination does not contain any spaces or invalid characters.
  
  
  
  Rename the RFC Destination:
  
  If you find that the RFC destination name contains spaces, you will need to rename it.
  You can create a new RFC destination with a valid