How To Fix /PLMI/PRT_BO042 - RFC connection &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PRT_BO -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: RFC connection &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO042 - RFC connection &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO042 RFC connection &1 does not exist typically indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection in your SAP system. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when trying to access or communicate with another SAP system or service.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Connection: The specified RFC connection (denoted by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC connection may be incorrectly configured or not properly set up in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system trying to access the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing access to the target system.
  System Changes: Changes in the system landscape, such as system upgrades or migrations, may have affected the existing RFC connections.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC connection that corresponds to &1 in the error message.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify RFC Connection:
  
  If the connection is missing, create a new RFC connection by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (e.g., target host, system number, client, user, password).
  If it exists but is not working, check the configuration settings and ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC connection, use the "Test Connection" button in SM59 to verify that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC connection. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing access to the target system. This may involve checking firewalls, VPNs, or other network configurations.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to RFC connections for any specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC connections.
  SM21: System log.
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user authorizations).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC connections.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFC connection error.