How To Fix GD042 - &1: Incorrect settings for remote data transfer.

GD042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD - EDT: External data transfer

• Message number: 042

• Message text: &1: Incorrect settings for remote data transfer.

What causes this issue?

The Customizing settings are probably incorrect.

System Response

The current operation will be terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check whether
- one type,
- one type in the F4-Help,
- one DDIC structure at most
was assigned to the transfer.

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

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 GD042 - &1: Incorrect settings for remote data transfer. ?

  The SAP error message GD042 indicates that there are incorrect settings for remote data transfer. This error typically arises in scenarios involving data transfer between different systems, such as when using Remote Function Calls (RFC) or when integrating with external systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be set up correctly in the SAP system. This includes incorrect connection parameters, such as the target system's IP address, port, or user credentials.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP systems or between the SAP system and the external system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the remote data transfer may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  
  
  Incorrect Logical System Configuration: The logical system settings in the SAP system may not be configured correctly, leading to issues in data transfer.
  
  
  Incompatible Data Formats: The data being transferred