How To Fix ESH_CM_SYS_COUP_MSG010 - Enter a valid target system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CM_SYS_COUP_MSG - Texts for Top Level Info Tagging

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Enter a valid target system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CM_SYS_COUP_MSG010 - Enter a valid target system ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CM_SYS_COUP_MSG010 ("Enter a valid target system") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or when working with system coupling in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid target system to be specified, but the input provided is either missing or incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target System: The target system field may be empty, meaning that the user has not specified a system to which the operation should be directed.
  Invalid Target System: The system name or identifier provided does not match any existing or configured target systems in the SAP landscape.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the target systems in the SAP system landscape, such as missing entries in the relevant configuration tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or view the specified target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that you have entered a valid target system name in the relevant field. Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SM59 for RFC destinations) and verify that the target system is correctly configured and available.
  Ensure that the target system is active and reachable from the source system.
  
  
  Check System Landscape: Use transaction SICF to check if the target system is correctly defined in the system landscape.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user account has the necessary authorizations to access the target system. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for specific guidance on configuring and troubleshooting system coupling and Enterprise Search.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM59 (RFC Destinations), SICF (HTTP Services), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for checking configurations.
  Logs and Traces: If the issue persists, consider checking system logs (transaction SM21) or using transaction ST22 for dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.