How To Fix ILM_STOR_MISC161 - RFC dest. '&1': invalid value assigned for &2; expected value = &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MISC -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: RFC dest. '&1': invalid value assigned for &2; expected value = &4

What causes this issue?

Parameter <LS>&V2&</> of the RFC destination &V1& contains incorrect
value <ZK>&V3&.</> The expected value is <ZK>&V4&.</>

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change value of the parameter to <ZK>&V4&.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MISC161 - RFC dest. '&1': invalid value assigned for &2; expected value = &4 ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MISC161 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC destination configuration in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). The message typically means that an invalid value has been assigned to a parameter in the RFC destination, which does not match the expected value.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The RFC destination specified in the error message has been incorrectly configured. This could be due to a typo, incorrect settings, or missing parameters.
  Parameter Mismatch: The value assigned to a specific parameter does not match the expected value defined in the system. This could be due to changes in the system or incorrect manual entries.
  Transport Issues: If the RFC destination is pointing to a system that is not available or has been changed, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination mentioned in the error message.
  Verify the configuration settings, including the target host, system number, client, user credentials, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Validate Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the parameters being used in the RFC destination match the expected values. This may involve checking documentation or system settings to confirm what the expected values are.
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  Use the "Connection Test" feature in transaction SM59 to ensure that the RFC destination is reachable and functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the system landscape (e.g., system upgrades, migrations), ensure that the RFC destination settings have been updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to ILM and RFC destinations for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  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.
  ILM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Information Lifecycle Management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.