How To Fix KBWOM103 - Enter a target system for the RFC connection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KBWOM - CO-OM-IS: BW Extractors

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Enter a target system for the RFC connection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KBWOM103 - Enter a target system for the RFC connection ?

  The SAP error message KBWOM103 indicates that a target system for the RFC (Remote Function Call) connection has not been specified. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a function that requires communication with another SAP system, but the system cannot determine which target system to connect to.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target System Configuration: The target system may not be defined in the RFC destination settings.
  Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC destination you are trying to use may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the connection to the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the RFC destination you are trying to use is correctly configured and active.
  Ensure that the target system is listed and that the connection type is appropriate (e.g., T, 3, etc.).
  
  
  
  Create or Update RFC Destination:
  
  If the target system is not defined, create a new RFC destination.
  If it exists but is not working, check the settings (like the connection type, logon credentials, etc.) and update them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Test Connection" button to ensure that the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Review Network Settings:
  
  If the RFC destination is configured correctly but still not working, check for any network issues that might be preventing the connection (firewalls, VPNs, etc.).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to RFC connections for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Types: Understand the different types of RFC connections (e.g., T (TCP/IP), 3 (Transactional RFC), etc.) and their use cases.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to RFC connections and the specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM59 (RFC Destinations), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) for further troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KBWOM103 error and successfully establish the required RFC connection.