How To Fix /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE026 - RFC destination &1 is not maintained (Transaction SM59)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: RFC destination &1 is not maintained (Transaction SM59)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE026 - RFC destination &1 is not maintained (Transaction SM59) ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE026 indicates that the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination specified is not maintained in the system. This typically occurs when a program or function module attempts to call a remote system, but the destination is not properly configured in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may exist but is not configured correctly (e.g., incorrect connection parameters).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the remote system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the specified RFC destination in the list.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain RFC Destination:
  
  If the destination is missing, click on "Create" to set up a new RFC destination.
  Fill in the required fields, such as:
  
  RFC Destination: Name of the destination.
  Connection Type: Choose the appropriate connection type (e.g., T for TCP/IP).
  Target Host: Specify the hostname or IP address of the remote system.
  System Number: Specify the system number if applicable.
  Client: Specify the client number.
  User/Password: Provide the necessary credentials if required.
  
  
  Save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or maintaining the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" button in SM59 to verify that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  If the RFC destination is configured correctly but still not working, check for any network issues that may be preventing the connection to the remote system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM59: This transaction is used to manage RFC destinations in SAP.
  RFC Types: There are different types of RFC connections, such as:
  
  T: TCP/IP connections.
  3: Connection to an SAP system.
  G: Connection to a non-SAP system.
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check for relevant authorization objects like S_RFC to ensure the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and establish a successful RFC connection.