How To Fix SALERT201 - RFC destination for alert server cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALERT - Messages for the Alert Framework

• Message number: 201

• Message text: RFC destination for alert server cannot be determined

What causes this issue?

The destination could not be read from table TALRTDST.

System Response

No alert can be triggered.

How to fix this error?

Probably the data was not entered in the table during the
implementation.
Use transaction SALRT1 to define the required 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALERT201 - RFC destination for alert server cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message SALERT201 indicates that the system is unable to determine the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination for the alert server. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when the system is trying to send alerts or notifications but cannot find the appropriate configuration for the alert server.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC destination for the alert server may not be defined in the system or may be incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the system from reaching the alert server.
  Configuration Errors: The alert server may not be properly configured in the SAP system settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 to check the RFC destinations.
  Look for the destination related to the alert server (usually named something like ALERT_SERVER).
  Ensure that it is correctly configured and that the connection test is successful.
  
  
  
  Define RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination does not exist, you may need to create it.
  Use transaction SM59 to create a new RFC destination and configure it according to your system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Alert Configuration:
  
  Check the alert configuration in transaction ALRTCATDEF (Alert Category Definition) to ensure that the alert server settings are correct.
  Verify that the alert server is properly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the alert server.
  You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity to the alert server.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC destinations and alert servers.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SALERT201 error message.