How To Fix PERFTRAC120 - Destination/server &: Internal error when determining system date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PERFTRAC - Messages on Global Performance Analysis

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Destination/server &: Internal error when determining system date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PERFTRAC120 - Destination/server &: Internal error when determining system date ?

  The SAP error message PERFTRAC120 with the description "Destination/server &: Internal error when determining system date" typically indicates an issue with the system's ability to retrieve or determine the current date and time from the server. This can occur due to various reasons, including configuration issues, network problems, or system settings.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the database or application server.
  Time Zone Configuration: Incorrect time zone settings in the SAP system or on the operating system level can lead to date and time retrieval issues.
  System Configuration: Misconfigurations in the SAP system settings or in the RFC (Remote Function Call) destinations.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database that the SAP system is trying to connect to, which may affect its ability to retrieve system date information.
  SAP Kernel Issues: Bugs or issues in the SAP kernel version being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can communicate with the database and application servers without any network issues.
  Verify Time Zone Settings:
  
  Check the time zone settings in the SAP system (transaction STZAC).
  Ensure that the operating system's time zone settings are correct.
  
  
  Review RFC Destinations:
  
  Use transaction SM59 to check the configuration of RFC destinations. Ensure that they are correctly set up and that the connection tests are successful.
  
  
  Check System Logs: Look into the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Database Health Check: Ensure that the database is running correctly and that there are no issues affecting its performance.
  Kernel Update: If the issue persists, consider updating the SAP kernel to the latest version, as it may contain fixes for known bugs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error message PERFTRAC120. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Documentation: Review the system documentation for any specific configurations that may be required for your environment.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.