How To Fix ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG189 - Internal error reading RFC destination &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG - Texts for resolution of urls or binary documents

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Internal error reading RFC destination &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG189 - Internal error reading RFC destination &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_BIN_MSG189 indicates an internal error when trying to read an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or related components where the system is unable to access or retrieve information from a specified RFC destination.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination specified may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system defined in the RFC destination.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account trying to access the RFC destination may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: There could be internal errors or inconsistencies within the SAP system that are causing the RFC call to fail.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems with the transport layer or middleware that handles the RFC calls can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination. Ensure that the destination is correctly set up and that the connection type is appropriate.
  Test the connection from SM59 to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues between the SAP system and the target system. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages or stack traces that could provide more context about the internal error.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the relevant SAP services or the entire SAP system can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to RFC connections and Enterprise Search for additional configuration and troubleshooting guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the RFC destination.