How To Fix ITS_VERSIONS012 - Unknown error when getting object list from destination "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ITS_VERSIONS - Version Management for ITS Objects

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Unknown error when getting object list from destination "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ITS_VERSIONS012 - Unknown error when getting object list from destination "&1" ?

  The SAP error message ITS_VERSIONS012 Unknown error when getting object list from destination "&1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Internet Transaction Server (ITS) when there is an issue retrieving the object list from a specified destination. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Destination Configuration Issues: The destination specified in the error message may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the destination.
  Authorization Problems: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  Service Availability: The service at the destination may be down or not responding.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters used to access the destination may be incorrect or incomplete.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify the configuration of the RFC destination specified in the error message.
  Ensure that the destination is correctly set up and that the connection type is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, use the "Test Connection" feature to check if the destination is reachable.
  If the test fails, investigate the network settings and ensure that the destination server is up and running.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Service Status:
  
  If the destination is an external service, ensure that the service is running and accessible.
  Check logs or monitoring tools for any issues related to the service.
  
  
  
  Review Parameters:
  
  Double-check the parameters used in the configuration for any typos or incorrect values.
  Ensure that all required parameters are provided.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ITS and RFC connections for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the ITS_VERSIONS012 error. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.