How To Fix S1137 - Internal error creating RFC destination &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Internal error creating RFC destination &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1137 - Internal error creating RFC destination & ?

  The SAP error message S1137, which indicates an "Internal error creating RFC destination," typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration or setup of Remote Function Call (RFC) destinations in the SAP system. This error can occur due to various reasons, including misconfigurations, missing authorizations, or issues with the underlying network.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in transaction SM59.
  Network Problems: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the target system.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the RFC destination.
  System Errors: There could be internal errors in the SAP system or issues with the underlying database.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the RFC destination may be missing or incorrectly set.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and verify the configuration of the RFC destination.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the target host, system number, and client.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In SM59, use the "Connection Test" feature to check if the RFC destination can be reached successfully.
  If the test fails, investigate the network settings and ensure that the target system is reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user creating or accessing the RFC destination has the necessary authorizations.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  Look for any dumps in transaction ST22 that might indicate a deeper problem.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Parameters:
  
  Ensure that all required parameters for the RFC destination are correctly set, including user credentials if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Restart the System:
  
  If the issue persists, consider restarting the SAP application server or the entire system, as this can sometimes resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the S1137 error in your SAP system.