How To Fix FDT_SERVICE027 - Destination &1 for RFC does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_SERVICE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Services

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Destination &1 for RFC does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_SERVICE027 - Destination &1 for RFC does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FDT_SERVICE027 indicates that the destination specified for a Remote Function Call (RFC) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when trying to access a service or function module that relies on an RFC connection to another system, and the destination is not properly configured or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may exist but is incorrectly configured (e.g., wrong connection parameters).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the destination.
  Typographical Errors: There could be a typo in the destination name when it is being called.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the specified RFC destination in the list.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify RFC Destination:
  
  If the destination is missing, create a new RFC destination by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (e.g., target host, system number, client, user, password).
  If it exists but is misconfigured, select it and click on "Change" to correct the settings.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" button in SM59 to ensure that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Review Network Configuration:
  
  If the destination is configured correctly but still not reachable, check for any network issues that may be preventing the connection.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Verify that the destination name is spelled correctly in the code or configuration where it is being called.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user authorizations).
  ST22: Dump analysis (to check for any related dumps).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FDT_SERVICE027 error and ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured and accessible.