How To Fix SAML2097 - The destination '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAML2 - SAML2 Nachrichten

• Message number: 097

• Message text: The destination '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAML2097 - The destination '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SAML2097 indicates that the destination specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Single Sign-On (SSO) configurations, particularly when using SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) for authentication.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Destination: The specified destination is not defined in the SAP system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an oversight during the setup process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The destination might be incorrectly configured, leading to the system being unable to locate it.
  Transport Issues: If the destination was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Verify that the destination specified in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new destination with the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If the destination exists but is misconfigured, check the settings (such as the connection type, target host, and service) and correct any errors.
  Ensure that the destination is set up for the correct protocol (HTTP, HTTPS, etc.) as required by your SSO configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the destination was transported, ensure that all necessary configuration settings were included in the transport request.
  Check if any post-transport activities are required to activate the destination.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account attempting to access the destination has the necessary authorizations.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user to ensure they have access to the required resources.
  
  
  
  Testing the Destination:
  
  Use the Connection Test feature in transaction SM59 to verify that the destination is reachable and functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAML Configuration: Review the SAML configuration settings in transaction SAML2 to ensure that the identity provider (IdP) and service provider (SP) settings are correctly defined.
  Logs and Traces: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) and traces for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on SSO and SAML configurations for detailed guidance on setting up and troubleshooting SAML-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SAML2097 error and ensure that the destination is correctly configured and accessible.