How To Fix SCI541 - RFC destination of the reference check system does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCI - Code Inspector

• Message number: 541

• Message text: RFC destination of the reference check system does not exist

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

On the initial screen of transaction SCI, you can use the function
"Reference Check System Management" to select an existing RFC des
tination via the input help.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCI541 - RFC destination of the reference check system does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SCI541 indicates that the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination for the reference check system does not exist. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform a cross-system operation, such as a data transfer or a remote function call, and the system cannot find the specified RFC destination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or pointing to the wrong system.
  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 target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that is referenced in the error message.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is missing, create a new one by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (like target host, system number, client, etc.).
  If it exists but is misconfigured, update the details as needed.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or updating the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing the connection to the target system. This may involve checking firewalls, VPNs, or other network configurations.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Destinations: These are defined in the SAP system to allow communication between different SAP systems or between SAP and non-SAP systems.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SM21: View system logs.
  SU53: Check authorization issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCI541 error and establish the necessary RFC connection.