How To Fix SCDT_MAP016 - RFC error with destination &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCDT_MAP - Mapping Information for Synchronization

• Message number: 016

• Message text: RFC error with destination &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCDT_MAP016 - RFC error with destination &1 ?

  The SAP error message SCDT_MAP016 typically indicates an RFC (Remote Function Call) error related to a specific destination. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to connect to an external system or when executing remote function calls.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Target System Down: The target system may be down or not reachable.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking the connection to the target system.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters passed in the RFC call may be incorrect or not matching the expected format.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCDT_MAP016 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination that is causing the error.
  Verify that the configuration settings (such as the target host, system number, client, user, and password) are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Connection Test" option to check if the connection is successful.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target system over the network. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running and that the relevant services are active.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules that might be blocking the connection to the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Parameters:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific function call, review the parameters being passed to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that could provide further insights.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more information on RFC connections and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.