How To Fix IU656 - Before start of export: Delete all IMIG entries with RFC destination <> &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IU - Incremental Conversion (ICNV)

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Before start of export: Delete all IMIG entries with RFC destination <> &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IU656 - Before start of export: Delete all IMIG entries with RFC destination <> & ?

  The SAP error message IU656 indicates that there is an issue with the Integration Model (IMIG) entries in the context of an export process. This error typically arises when there are entries in the Integration Model that are associated with an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination that is not valid or not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid RFC Destination: The error suggests that there are IMIG entries that reference an RFC destination that is not set up or is incorrect.
  Configuration Issues: The RFC destination may not be configured properly in the SAP system, or it may have been deleted or changed.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the Integration Model, leading to references to non-existent or incorrect RFC destinations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destinations:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 to check the RFC destinations.
  Ensure that the RFC destination referenced in the error message is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Delete Invalid IMIG Entries:
  
  Use transaction code CIF (Core Interface) to access the Integration Model.
  Identify and delete all IMIG entries that reference the invalid RFC destination.
  You can also use transaction CIF_IM to manage Integration Models directly.
  
  
  
  Recreate IMIG Entries:
  
  If necessary, recreate the IMIG entries with the correct RFC destination.
  Ensure that the Integration Model is correctly set up to reflect the current system landscape.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that the target system is in sync with the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  CIF: Access the Core Interface for Integration Models.
  CIF_IM: Manage Integration Models directly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Integration Model: Understand the role of the Integration Model in SAP's Core Interface (CIF) for data transfer between systems, especially in scenarios involving SAP ERP and SAP SCM.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IU656 error and ensure that your Integration Model is functioning correctly.