How To Fix RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL059 - RFC destination received after &1 attempts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL - Messages for Excel Launch

• Message number: 059

• Message text: RFC destination received after &1 attempts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL059 - RFC destination received after &1 attempts ?

  The SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL059 typically occurs when there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination while trying to launch an Excel report from SAP. The message indicates that the system has attempted to connect to the specified RFC destination multiple times (as indicated by &1 in the message) but has failed to establish a connection.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Target System Down: The target system that the RFC destination points to may be down or not reachable.
  SAP GUI or Excel Add-in Issues: There may be issues with the SAP GUI or the Excel add-in that is being used to launch the report.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in SAP.
  Verify the configuration of the RFC destination that is being used. Ensure that the connection parameters (like the target host, system number, client, etc.) are correct.
  Test the connection from within SM59 to see if it is successful.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the connection to the target system.
  Check firewall settings and network routes to ensure that the SAP system can reach the target system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Ensure that the target system is up and running. You can check this by trying to log in to the target system directly.
  
  
  
  SAP GUI and Excel Add-in:
  
  Ensure that you are using a compatible version of SAP GUI and the Excel add-in.
  If necessary, reinstall or update the SAP GUI and Excel add-in.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SU01: For user management and authorization checks.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to RFC connections and Excel integration for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL059 error message.