How To Fix MMPUR_BASE101 - RFC destination & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_BASE - General Message Class of Component MM-PUR

• Message number: 101

• Message text: RFC destination & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_BASE101 - RFC destination & already exists ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_BASE101 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination in the SAP system. Specifically, the message states that the RFC destination you are trying to create or use already exists. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when configuring connections between different SAP systems or when setting up communication with external systems.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate RFC Destination: The most common cause of this error is that an RFC destination with the same name already exists in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that lead to conflicts or misidentification of existing destinations.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting configurations from one system to another, it may lead to conflicts if the destination already exists in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing RFC Destinations:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Search for the RFC destination name that is causing the error.
  If it exists, you can either modify it or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Modify the Existing Destination:
  
  If the existing RFC destination is valid but needs changes, you can modify its settings to meet your requirements.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Name:
  
  If you need to create a new RFC destination, consider using a different name that does not conflict with existing destinations.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arises during a transport, ensure that the transport does not include an RFC destination that already exists in the target system. You may need to adjust the transport request accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check for System Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the system is consistent and that there are no lingering configurations that could cause conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for any related tables.
  SE37: To check function modules that might be using the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on RFC destinations and their configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to RFC destinations and this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MMPUR_BASE101 error and ensure that your RFC destinations are correctly configured.