How To Fix MDG_IDM_CUSTOMIZING002 - No RFC destination is assigned to business system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_IDM_CUSTOMIZING - Key Mapping: Customizing related error messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: No RFC destination is assigned to business system &1

What causes this issue?

There is no <LS>RFC Destination</> assigned to the chosen business
system.

System Response

Customizing cannot be stored.

How to fix this error?

Assign an <LS>RFC Destination</> to business system &V1& in the
Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.DRF_008>Define Technical Settings for
Business Systems</>.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_IDM_CUSTOMIZING002 - No RFC destination is assigned to business system &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_IDM_CUSTOMIZING002 indicates that there is no RFC (Remote Function Call) destination assigned to the specified business system in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) and Identity Management (IDM). This error typically arises when the system is trying to perform a function that requires communication with another system, but it cannot find the necessary configuration to establish that communication.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The business system referenced in the error message does not have an RFC destination configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or pointing to the wrong system.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the system is part of a transport layer, there may be issues with the transport configuration.
  System Alias Issues: The business system may not be correctly defined in the system alias settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that corresponds to the business system mentioned in the error message.
  If it does not exist, create a new RFC destination with the appropriate settings (e.g., connection type, target host, system number, etc.).
  
  
  
  Assign RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination exists but is not assigned, you need to assign it to the business system.
  Go to transaction MDGIMG and navigate to the relevant customizing settings for your MDG configuration.
  Ensure that the business system is correctly linked to the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the Connection Test feature in transaction SM59 to ensure that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check System Alias:
  
  Ensure that the system alias for the business system is correctly defined in transaction SICF or SPRO under the relevant settings for your MDG configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and IDM for any specific configurations or prerequisites that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Destinations: These are used in SAP to enable communication between different SAP systems or between SAP and non-SAP systems.
  MDG and IDM: Master Data Governance (MDG) is a solution for managing master data in SAP, while Identity Management (IDM) deals with user identities and access rights.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary RFC destination is correctly assigned to the business system.