How To Fix RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL060 - RFC destination not received after &1 attempts. RC = '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL - Messages for Excel Launch

• Message number: 060

• Message text: RFC destination not received after &1 attempts. RC = '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL060 - RFC destination not received after &1 attempts. RC = '&2' ?

  The SAP error message RSR_LAUNCH_EXCEL060 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination when trying to launch an Excel report from SAP. The message typically states that the RFC destination was not received after a specified number of attempts, and it provides a return code (RC) that can help diagnose the issue.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the Excel application or the RFC destination.
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes incorrect settings for the target system or missing authorizations.
  Excel Add-in Issues: If you are using an SAP Excel add-in, it may not be properly installed or configured.
  SAP System Load: The SAP system may be under heavy load, causing delays in processing requests.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the report or access the RFC destination.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the issue, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the SAP system and the client machine where Excel is running.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check the configuration of the RFC destination that is being used. Ensure that it is correctly set up and that the connection test is successful.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report and access the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Check Excel Add-in:
  
  If you are using an SAP Excel add-in, ensure that it is properly installed and configured. You may need to reinstall or update the add-in.
  
  
  
  Monitor SAP System Performance:
  
  Check the performance of the SAP system. If it is under heavy load, consider running the report during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, consider increasing the timeout settings for the RFC connection in transaction SM59.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  ST22: For checking dump analysis if there are any related dumps.
  SM21: For reviewing system logs for any related errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RFC destination not being received when launching Excel reports from SAP.