How To Fix OSPCT_MSG003 - RFC destination for logical port &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OSPCT_MSG - Check Tool Core Message Class

• Message number: 003

• Message text: RFC destination for logical port &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OSPCT_MSG003 - RFC destination for logical port &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message OSPCT_MSG003 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination for a logical port in your SAP system. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified RFC destination associated with the logical port you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Logical Port Configuration: The logical port may not be correctly configured or may reference a non-existent RFC destination.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the logical port is being used in a transport scenario, the transport layer may not be correctly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that corresponds to the logical port mentioned in the error message.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is missing, create a new one by clicking on "Create" in the SM59 transaction.
  Fill in the required details such as the target host, system number, and other connection parameters.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify it to ensure it points to the correct system.
  
  
  
  Check Logical Port Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SOAMANAGER to access the Service Orientation Architecture Manager.
  Navigate to the logical ports and ensure that the logical port is correctly configured to use the appropriate RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing the Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, test the connection using the "Connection Test" option in SM59 to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Layer:
  
  If applicable, check the transport layer settings to ensure that they are correctly configured for the logical port.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web services and logical ports.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring RFC destinations and logical ports.
  Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OSPCT_MSG003 error and ensure that the RFC destination for the logical port is correctly set up.