How To Fix RSO_CTC013 - RFC destination entered is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_CTC - Message class for CTC related messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: RFC destination entered is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_CTC013 - RFC destination entered is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSO_CTC013 indicates that the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination entered is invalid. This error typically occurs when trying to connect to a remote system or when executing a function module that requires an RFC destination.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Name: The name of the RFC destination may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  RFC Destination Not Configured: The RFC destination may not be configured in the SAP system.
  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 access to the remote system.
  System Configuration: The target system may not be properly configured to accept connections from the source system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination you are trying to use. Ensure that it exists and is correctly configured.
  Verify that the destination is set up as a "TCP/IP" connection if it is meant to connect to another SAP system.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In SM59, select the RFC destination and click on the "Connection Test" button to check if the connection is working properly.
  If the test fails, check the configuration settings, including the target host, service, and logon credentials.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  You may need to check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Network Settings:
  
  Ensure that there are no firewall or network issues preventing access to the remote system.
  Check if the target system is up and running and can be reached from the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team for further investigation and assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 - RFC Destinations
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  ST22 - Dump Analysis (if applicable)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSO_CTC013 error in your SAP system.