How To Fix MDG_TR081 - RFC connection &1 does not point to local system &2 but to &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_TR - MDG: Transport Tool

• Message number: 081

• Message text: RFC connection &1 does not point to local system &2 but to &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_TR081 - RFC connection &1 does not point to local system &2 but to &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_TR081 indicates an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) connection in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. Specifically, it states that the RFC connection you are trying to use does not point to the local system but to a different system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect RFC Configuration: The RFC destination is configured to point to a different system instead of the local system.
  System Alias Mismatch: The system alias used in the RFC connection does not match the local system's configuration.
  Network Issues: There may be network issues or misconfigurations that cause the system to resolve incorrectly.
  Transport Layer Issues: If you are working in a transport layer, the RFC might be pointing to a different environment (e.g., development instead of production).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination that is causing the issue.
  Verify that the target system is correctly configured to point to the local system. The "Target Host" and "System Number" should match your local system.
  
  
  
  Adjust System Alias:
  
  Ensure that the system alias used in the RFC destination is correctly set up in transaction SICF or SMD.
  Check if the alias corresponds to the correct system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration in the MDG system to ensure that it is set up to communicate with the correct local system.
  Review any relevant settings in the MDG customizing (transaction MDGIMG).
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  Use the "Connection Test" feature in transaction SM59 to verify that the RFC connection is working correctly.
  If the connection fails, troubleshoot based on the error messages provided.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Layer:
  
  If you are working in a transport layer, ensure that the RFC destination is correctly set up for the environment you are working in.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to MDG and RFC connections for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations (Display/Maintain)
  SICF: Maintain HTTP Services
  MDGIMG: MDG Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to MDG and RFC connections.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFC connection in your SAP MDG system.