How To Fix RSDS311 - Error while activating/deleting Web service: No destination maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Error while activating/deleting Web service: No destination maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS311 - Error while activating/deleting Web service: No destination maintained ?

  The SAP error message RSDS311, which states "Error while activating/deleting Web service: No destination maintained," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the web service destination in the SAP system. This error is often encountered when trying to activate or delete a web service in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP NetWeaver or SAP Gateway.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the web service does not have a destination defined in the SAP system. A destination is required for the system to know where to send requests or how to connect to the web service. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The destination for the web service has not been set up in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Destination: The destination is configured incorrectly or points to an invalid endpoint.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the destination settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDS311 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Check if the destination for the web service is defined. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, verify that the configuration is correct (e.g., the target host, port, and connection type).
  
  
  
  Create or Update Destination:
  
  If the destination is missing, create a new RFC destination:
  
  Click on "Create" and enter the necessary details (e.g., target host, service, etc.).
  Test the connection to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  If the destination exists but is incorrect, update it with the correct details.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the destination settings. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Activate Web Service:
  
  After ensuring that the destination is correctly configured, try to activate or delete the web service again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web services and service definitions.
  SE80: For accessing the Object Navigator, where you can manage web service definitions.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring web service destinations and troubleshooting web service issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDS311 error and successfully activate or delete the web service in your SAP system.