How To Fix SALERT114 - Enter the RFC destination for the alert server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALERT - Messages for the Alert Framework

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Enter the RFC destination for the alert server

What causes this issue?

No RFC destination has been defined for the alert server (transaction
SALRT1).

System Response

Enter a valid RFC destination.

How to fix this error?

In the input field, enter the RFC destination for your central alert
server. If you want to use Alert Management in this system locally, or
if this system is operating as the central alert server, enter NONE as
the RFC destination.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALERT114 - Enter the RFC destination for the alert server ?

  The SAP error message SALERT114 indicates that the system is unable to find the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination for the alert server. This typically occurs when the alert management system is not properly configured, which can prevent alerts from being sent or processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The RFC destination for the alert server is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The existing RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the RFC destination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SALERT114 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Look for the RFC destination that is supposed to be used by the alert server (usually named something like ALERT_SERVER).
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Configure RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is missing, create a new one:
  
  Click on "Create" and enter the necessary details (e.g., target host, system number, client, user, password).
  Ensure that the connection type is set correctly (usually "3" for TCP/IP connections).
  
  
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to ensure all parameters are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user who is trying to access the alert server has the necessary authorizations to use the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Check Alert Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SALERT to check the alert configuration and ensure that the alert server settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  If changes were made, it may be necessary to restart the relevant services or the SAP system to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SALERT: Alert management.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring RFC destinations and alert management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to alert server configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SALERT114 error and ensure that the alert server is properly configured to send alerts.