How To Fix /SCWM/IT212 - Entered system/client &1/&2; definition RFC destination &3/&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/IT -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Entered system/client &1/&2; definition RFC destination &3/&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/IT212 - Entered system/client &1/&2; definition RFC destination &3/&4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/IT212 Entered system/client &1/&2; definition RFC destination &3/&4 typically indicates an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination configuration in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC destination specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Connection Issues: There may be network issues preventing the connection to the specified system/client.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
  System Configuration: The target system may not be properly set up to accept connections from the source system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination mentioned in the error message.
  Verify that the destination is correctly configured (e.g., correct target host, system number, client, etc.).
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Test Connection" option to check if the connection is successful.
  If the test fails, check the network settings and ensure that the target system is reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the target system is configured to accept connections from the source system.
  Verify that the necessary services are running on the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the Basis team to investigate further, especially if it involves network or system configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Destinations: RFC destinations are used in SAP to define how to connect to other SAP systems or external systems. They can be configured for various types of connections, including TCP/IP connections.
  EWM Configuration: If you are working with Extended Warehouse Management, ensure that all necessary configurations related to EWM and its integration with other systems are correctly set up.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFC destination error in your SAP system.