How To Fix RSBPCE_EXCEPTION017 - RFC &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCE_EXCEPTION - BPC: Message Class for RSBPCE Exception

• Message number: 017

• Message text: RFC &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCE_EXCEPTION017 - RFC &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCE_EXCEPTION017 indicates that there is an issue with a Remote Function Call (RFC) that is not defined. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or when using the SAP Business Explorer (BEx) tools, particularly when trying to execute a query or a data extraction process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The RFC destination that the system is trying to call is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the RFC destination may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the system from reaching the specified RFC destination.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to handle the specific request or query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the RFC destination mentioned in the error message is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it or correct the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured with the right parameters (e.g., target host, system number, client, user credentials).
  Test the connection from SM59 to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing access to the RFC destination.
  Check firewall settings or any network configurations that might block the connection.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Administration: If you are not the system administrator, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team to assist with the configuration and troubleshooting of RFC destinations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSBPCE_EXCEPTION017 error message.