How To Fix S10013 - RFC destination unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S10 - MS SQL Server Database monitor tools messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: RFC destination unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S10013 - RFC destination unknown ?

  The SAP error message S10013, which states "RFC destination unknown," typically occurs when the system is unable to find or connect to a specified Remote Function Call (RFC) destination. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Name: The name of the RFC destination may be misspelled or incorrect.
  RFC Destination Not Defined: The RFC destination has not been created 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 problems preventing access to the target system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the RFC destination may be incorrect, such as wrong connection parameters or missing details.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Name:
  
  Verify that the RFC destination name used in the program or transaction is correct. You can check this in transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  
  
  
  Create or Update RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination does not exist, create it in transaction SM59. Ensure that all required parameters (like target host, system number, client, etc.) are correctly filled out.
  If it exists but is not working, consider updating the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, you can test the connection to the RFC destination. This will help identify if there are any connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that there are no firewall or network issues preventing the connection to the target system. Check with your network administrator if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting RFC-related issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC destinations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "RFC destination unknown" error in SAP.