How To Fix ESH_ADAPT_MSG050 - The authentication method for the RFC destination &1 requires logon data

ESH_ADAPT_MSG050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADAPT_MSG - Adapter Messages

• Message number: 050

• Message text: The authentication method for the RFC destination &1 requires logon data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADAPT_MSG050 - The authentication method for the RFC destination &1 requires logon data ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADAPT_MSG050 indicates that the authentication method for the specified RFC (Remote Function Call) destination requires logon data, but this data is either missing or not properly configured. This error typically arises when trying to connect to an RFC destination that requires credentials, but those credentials have not been provided or are incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logon Data: The RFC destination is configured to use a specific authentication method (like Basic Authentication or Secure Network Communications) that requires user credentials, but these credentials have not been set up.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the expected authentication method and the provided logon data.
  Authorization Issues: The user account being used may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: Sometimes, network issues can prevent the proper authentication process from completing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the