How To Fix PO589 - Server definition '&1' was deleted

PO589 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 589

• Message text: Server definition '&1' was deleted

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PO589 - Details

• The SAP error message PO589, which states "Server definition '&1' was deleted," typically indicates that a server definition that is required for a particular process or configuration has been removed from the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with background jobs, RFC connections, or other server-related configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The server definition may have been manually deleted by a user with the necessary permissions.
  Transport Issues: If the server definition was part of a transport request that was not properly imported, it could lead to the definition being unavailable.
  System Changes: Changes in system configuration, such as upgrades or migrations, may inadvertently lead to the deletion of server definitions.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings or errors during system setup can also result in missing server definitions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Server Definitions: Verify the server definitions in the relevant transaction (e.g., SM51 for application servers, SM59 for RFC destinations). Ensure that the server