How To Fix PERFTRAC229 - Destination & has load balancing set: this is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PERFTRAC - Messages on Global Performance Analysis

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Destination & has load balancing set: this is not permitted

What causes this issue?

The destination is not suitable, since it has been defined with load
balancing. In this case, the destination must be defined explicitly for
one server.
No performance data has been collected for this destination, because no
server of the system specified in the destination was specified, and the
performance data is only collected on a server-specific basis.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PERFTRAC229 - Destination & has load balancing set: this is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message PERFTRAC229 indicates that there is an issue with the load balancing configuration for a specific destination in your SAP system. This error typically arises when a destination is set up for load balancing, but the operation being performed does not support it.
  Cause:
  
  Load Balancing Configuration: The destination in question is configured for load balancing, which means that requests can be distributed across multiple application servers. However, certain operations or transactions may not be compatible with load balancing.
  Destination Settings: The destination might be incorrectly set up in the SAP system, leading to conflicts when trying to execute specific functions that require a direct connection to a single server.
  Network Issues: There could be underlying network issues that prevent proper communication with the load-balanced servers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Locate the destination that is causing the error.
  Check the settings to see if it is configured for load balancing. If it is, consider changing it to a direct connection if the operation does not support load balancing.
  
  
  
  Modify Load Balancing Settings:
  
  If load balancing is necessary, ensure that the operation you are trying to perform is compatible with load balancing. Consult the SAP documentation or support for specific operations that may not support load balancing.
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  Use the Connection Test feature in transaction SM59 to verify that the destination is reachable and functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Application Logic:
  
  If you are developing or using custom code, review the logic to ensure that it is not inadvertently trying to use a load-balanced destination for operations that require a direct connection.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and settings, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM51: List of SAP Servers
  ST22: Dump Analysis (to check for any related dumps)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on load balancing and RFC destinations.
  
  
  Best Practices: Ensure that your SAP system is regularly updated and that you follow best practices for configuring RFC destinations and load balancing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PERFTRAC229 error and ensure that your SAP system operates smoothly.