How To Fix FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST038 - RFC destination of BI system (for input help for the BI reports)

FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST - Messages for Customizing of Report Launchpad

• Message number: 038

• Message text: RFC destination of BI system (for input help for the BI reports)

&DEFINITION&
Designates the RFC destination relating to the system alias.
&USE&
If you want to use the input help for the <LS>Parameters for Application
</> for applications of type <LS>SAP BI Report (Query)</> and <LS> SAP
BI Report (Web Template)</> then specify the RFC destination here. This
enables the system to determine the InfoCubes, Queries and Web Templates
in the SAP BI system

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST038 - RFC destination of BI system (for input help for the BI reports) ?

  The SAP error message FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST038 typically indicates an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination that is used to connect to a Business Intelligence (BI) system for input help in BI reports. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as misconfiguration of the RFC destination, network issues, or authorization problems.
  Cause
  
  
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination for the BI system may not be correctly configured in the SAP system. This could include incorrect connection parameters, such as the target system's hostname, system number, client, user, or password.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the BI system, preventing successful communication.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used in the RFC destination may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BI system.
  
  
  BI System Availability: The BI system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59