How To Fix ESH_LTXT_MSG001 - Long text extraction - RFC destination does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_LTXT_MSG - Messages in Long Text Extraction

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Long text extraction - RFC destination does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_LTXT_MSG001 - Long text extraction - RFC destination does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_LTXT_MSG001 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination required for long text extraction. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find or connect to the specified RFC destination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or not properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the RFC destination.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to handle long text extraction properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that is supposed to be used for long text extraction.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Configure RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is missing, create a new one by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (like target host, system number, client, etc.).
  Ensure that the connection type is set correctly (usually "3" for a TCP/IP connection).
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is configured correctly for long text extraction. This may involve checking settings in the relevant modules or components.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  If there are network issues, consult with your network administrator to ensure that the SAP system can reach the target system specified in the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to RFC destinations and long text extraction for more detailed configuration steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ESH_LTXT_MSG001 and successfully configure long text extraction in your SAP system.