How To Fix OT084 - Enter an RFC destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OT - SAP Online Correction Support (SOCS)

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Enter an RFC destination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OT084 - Enter an RFC destination ?

  The SAP error message OT084, which states "Enter an RFC destination," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a function that requires a Remote Function Call (RFC) destination, but the destination has not been specified or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The most common cause is that the RFC destination is not defined in the system or is not specified in the transaction or program being executed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or not accessible due to network issues or authorization problems.
  User Input Error: The user may have forgotten to enter the RFC destination in the required field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Check if the required RFC destination is defined. If not, create a new RFC destination by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (e.g., target host, system number, client, user, password).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured. Verify the connection settings, including the target system's hostname, port, and any required logon credentials.
  Test the connection by selecting the RFC destination and clicking on the "Connection Test" button.
  
  
  
  User Input:
  
  If you are prompted to enter an RFC destination, ensure that you input the correct name of the RFC destination as defined in SM59.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Network Issues:
  
  If the RFC destination is configured correctly but still not working, check for any network issues that may be preventing the connection to the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  RFC Types: There are different types of RFC destinations, such as:
  
  T (TCP/IP connection)
  G (HTTP connection)
  H (HTTP connection with SAP Gateway)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SM58: Monitor asynchronous RFC calls.
  ST22: Check for dumps that may provide additional context for errors.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring and troubleshooting RFC destinations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OT084 error and successfully specify an RFC destination in your SAP environment.