How To Fix RSDRI_DF053 - RFC connection &1 already exists and does not need to be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDRI_DF - DF Integration

• Message number: 053

• Message text: RFC connection &1 already exists and does not need to be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDRI_DF053 - RFC connection &1 already exists and does not need to be created ?

  The SAP error message RSDRI_DF053 indicates that there is an attempt to create an RFC (Remote Function Call) connection that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or when setting up connections for data sources in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Connection Attempt: The system is trying to create an RFC connection that has already been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data source or the extraction process that leads to the system attempting to create a connection that is already present.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between systems, the RFC connection might already exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Connections:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) and check if the RFC connection already exists. If it does, you can use it instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Data Source Configuration:
  
  If you are working with a data source, ensure that the configuration does not attempt to create a new connection if one already exists. You may need to adjust the settings in the data source or the InfoPackage.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename Existing Connection:
  
  If the existing connection is not needed, you can delete it or rename it to avoid conflicts. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other processes that rely on that connection.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If this issue arises after a transport, ensure that the transport request did not inadvertently create a duplicate connection. You may need to adjust the transport settings or manually resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench (for BW-related configurations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion platforms for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDRI_DF053 error and ensure that your RFC connections are correctly configured.