How To Fix MD733 - No RFC destination for APO system &1 and CIF application case MD

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD - Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

• Message number: 733

• Message text: No RFC destination for APO system &1 and CIF application case MD

What causes this issue?

The specified transaction is to be carried out in an <ZK>SAP Advanced
Planning and Optimization (SAP APO)</> system but no <DS:DE.RFCDEST>RFC
destination</> has been found for the <DS:DE.LOGSYS>logical system</>
<LB>&V1&</>and the <DS:DE.CIFAPP>C
Master or Product View (from Req. View)" (MD).<LB></>

System Response

The system will not invoke the transaction.

How to fix this error?

Check whether a valid RFC destination has been maintained for the
logical system <LB>&V1&</>and the C
Master or Product View (from Req. View)"<LB>MD</>.
<DS:SIMG.APOCIF_FLEXRFCDEST>Assign RFC Destinations to Different
Application Cases</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD733 - No RFC destination for APO system &1 and CIF application case MD ?

  The SAP error message MD733 "No RFC destination for APO system &1 and CIF application case MD" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when there is an issue with the communication between the SAP ERP system and the APO system via Remote Function Call (RFC).
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The error indicates that there is no defined RFC destination for the specified APO system in the SAP system. This means that the system cannot find the necessary configuration to communicate with the APO system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or may not exist at all.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing the systems from communicating.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that corresponds to the APO system. Ensure that it is correctly defined and active.
  Test the connection using the "Test Connection" button to ensure that it can successfully connect to the APO system.
  
  
  
  Create or Update RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination does not exist, create a new one with the appropriate settings (e.g., target host, system number, client, user credentials).
  If it exists but is misconfigured, update the settings as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check CIF Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the CIF (Core Interface) settings are correctly configured in both the ERP and APO systems. This includes checking the CIF integration model and ensuring that it is activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  If there are network issues, work with your network team to ensure that the systems can communicate over the required ports and protocols.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  CIF1: CIF Integration Model
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring RFC destinations and CIF settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to RFC and CIF configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MD733 error and establish the necessary communication between your SAP ERP and APO systems.