How To Fix LDAP066 - RFC destination &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDAP - LDAP Interface Messages in ABAP

• Message number: 066

• Message text: RFC destination &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The RFC destination of the same name, required to start LDAP Connector
&V1&, does not exist.

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?

Create the RFC destination in transaction <DS:TRAN.SM59>SM59</>. When
doing so, use connection type <LB>T</> (TCP/IP connection), and the
activation type <LS>Registered server program</>. We recommend that you
enter &V1& as the program ID. You must also specify the gateway with
which the LDAP Connector should logon.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LDAP066 - RFC destination &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "LDAP066 RFC destination &1 does not exist" typically indicates that the system is trying to access an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination that has not been defined in the SAP system. This can occur in scenarios where LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) integration is involved, and the system is attempting to connect to an external directory service.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or misspelled in the LDAP settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to use the LDAP service.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that is mentioned in the error message (replace &1 with the actual name).
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create RFC Destination:
  
  In SM59, click on "Create" to define a new RFC destination.
  Fill in the required details, including the connection type (e.g., T, F, or G for TCP/IP, etc.), target host, and system number.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Check LDAP Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the LDAP settings in transaction LDAP or SU01 (for user profiles) are correctly configured to point to the right RFC destination.
  Verify that the LDAP server settings are correct and that the connection parameters are valid.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to LDAP integration and RFC destinations for any specific configurations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  LDAP: LDAP configuration settings.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  SLG1: Application log for error messages.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to LDAP and RFC destinations.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for discussions related to similar issues, as other users may have encountered and resolved the same problem.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "LDAP066 RFC destination &1 does not exist" error in your SAP system.