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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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

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• 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 may not be in the expected format, leading to errors during the transfer process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GD042 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination.
  Ensure that the connection parameters (such as target host, service, and user credentials) are correct.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Verify Network Connectivity:
  
  Check if there are any network issues that might be preventing communication between the systems.
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network connectivity.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user account used for the remote data transfer has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Logical System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the logical system settings are correctly configured in transaction SALE (for ALE/IDoc settings).
  Verify that the logical systems are correctly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Formats:
  
  Ensure that the data being transferred is in the correct format expected by the receiving system.
  Check for any data mapping or transformation issues.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 (RFC Destinations)
  SALE (Logical System Configuration)
  WE20 (Partner Profiles for IDocs)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to remote data transfer, RFC, and ALE/IDoc configurations for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the GD042 error in your SAP system.