How To Fix RSAPI_CTC015 - Invalid RFC destination &1 to local source client &2. Check connection.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAPI_CTC - Messages to be shown for BW SAPI configurations

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Invalid RFC destination &1 to local source client &2. Check connection.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAPI_CTC015 - Invalid RFC destination &1 to local source client &2. Check connection. ?

  The SAP error message RSAPI_CTC015 indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination when trying to connect to a local source client. This error typically arises in scenarios involving data transfer or communication between different SAP systems or clients.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination is either incorrect or not configured properly in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the specified RFC destination.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account being used may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
  Client Configuration: The source client may not be properly configured or may not exist.
  System Configuration: The target system may not be set up to accept connections from the source client.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the RFC destination specified in the error message is correctly configured.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Verify Client Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the source client specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  Check if the client is active and not locked.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication between the systems.
  Check firewall settings and network routes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the target system is configured to accept connections from the source client.
  Check for any system parameters that may restrict access.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the RFC trace (transaction SM58) for any additional error messages or clues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC (Remote Function Call): A protocol used in SAP systems to enable communication between different systems or clients.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SM21: System log.
  SM58: Asynchronous RFC (aRFC) monitor.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.