How To Fix HRPAYDESV168 - Error when calling RFC destination &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESV - Error Messages Germany Payroll, Social Insurance

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Error when calling RFC destination &

What causes this issue?

Error during an RFC (remote function call). RFC destination &v1& was
called to assign confirmations from the SHI communications server to the
relevant outbound notifications in the system.

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

The call of destination &v1& resulted in an error, however. No
connection could be established.

System Response

No confirmations were transferred for RFC destination &v1&. Is it
possible that the target system does not have the additional status <(>
<<)>Confirmed> for the relevant outbound notifications although these
notifications have been sent to the SHI communications server.

How to fix this error?

Check RFC destination &v1&.
Possible causes of error:
Incorrect technical settings for the RFC destination
The RFC destination requires entry of a password, but the report was
started in the background.
If the cause of the error has been resolved, manually start report
RPCSVHD0_IN ( SI Notification Procedure: Assign Confirmations of B2A
Manager) - without restrictions in block <LS>B2A Processes to Be
Selected</> - to reprocess the confirmations that have not yet been
processed.

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 HRPAYDESV168 - Error when calling RFC destination & ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV168 typically indicates an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination when trying to execute a payroll-related function. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during payroll processing or when accessing payroll-related data.
  Cause:
  
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured or may be inactive. This can happen if the destination is not set up in the SAP system or if there are connectivity issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll function may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system defined in the RFC destination.
  System Availability: The target system may be down or not available for processing requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the relevant RFC destination and check its configuration.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly. If it fails, review the settings and correct any issues.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the payroll function and access the RFC destination.
  You can check user roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing communication between the SAP systems.
  Check firewall settings and ensure that the required ports are open.
  
  
  
  System Status:
  
  Confirm that the target system is up and running. If it is down, coordinate with the system administrators to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction codes like SM21 for system logs and ST22 for dump analysis.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific payroll function you are trying to execute. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Administrator: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further investigation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the HRPAYDESV168 error effectively.