How To Fix ESH_EX074 - Source system, source client not provided on RFC communication

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_EX - Extraction

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Source system, source client not provided on RFC communication

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_EX074 - Source system, source client not provided on RFC communication ?

  The SAP error message ESH_EX074 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the RFC (Remote Function Call) communication between the source system and the target system in the context of SAP Enterprise Search (or similar functionalities). Specifically, it means that the source system and/or source client information is not provided or is incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The source system or client is not defined in the RFC destination settings.
  Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC destination may not be set up correctly, or the connection parameters may be incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the systems from communicating.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the RFC destination for the source system is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the connection type is appropriate (e.g., TCP/IP).
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Define Source System and Client:
  
  Ensure that the source system and client are defined in the relevant configuration settings for the Enterprise Search or the application you are working with.
  This may involve checking the settings in transaction ESH_COCKPIT or similar configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Check the user credentials being used for the RFC connection.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source system and perform the required operations.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication between the systems.
  You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity to the source system.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or the specific application you are working with for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  System Version: Ensure that you are aware of the specific version of SAP you are using, as configurations and settings may vary between versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ESH_EX074 error message.