How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER820 - Destination & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Destination & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER820 - Destination & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER820 "Destination & does not exist" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified destination for IDoc processing. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when sending IDocs to an external system or when trying to process IDocs internally.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC (Remote Function Call) destination is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The destination might be incorrectly configured or misspelled in the IDoc settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the destination.
  System Configuration: The destination might not be set up correctly in the SAP system or in the middleware (if applicable).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that is mentioned in the error message.
  If it does not exist, create a new RFC destination with the required settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the IDoc settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) are correctly configured.
  Check that the correct logical system is assigned to the partner profile.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use the Test Connection feature in transaction SM59 to verify that the RFC destination is reachable.
  If there are issues, check network settings and firewall configurations.
  
  
  
  Review Middleware Settings (if applicable):
  
  If you are using middleware (like SAP PI/PO), ensure that the destination is correctly configured in the middleware as well.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Processing: IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Understanding how IDocs work can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to IDoc processing and RFC destinations for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring IDocs and RFC destinations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the IDOC_ADAPTER820 error message.