How To Fix SDEST041 - Value &1 for destination name is invalid (error situation &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDEST - Messages for RFC Destinations

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Value &1 for destination name is invalid (error situation &2)

What causes this issue?

You cannot use the value &v1& as the name of a destination.
Possible error situations:
The name of the destination can only begin with an uppercase letter A-Z.
Note: This rule does not apply for type '3' (RFC connection to ABAP
systems).
The chosen name is initial or starts with an invalid character. The
following characters are not permitted: '#@$%*_+-:.;,/\&?"=!'.
Names with the following patterns
NONE[<group name>]
<host name>_<system name>_<system number>
<host name>_<system name>_<system number>_TRUSTED
<host name>_<system name>_TRUSTED[<group name>]
<host name>_<system name>[<group name>]
and the names
'a_rfc' und 'b_rfc'
are reserved for internal use and cannot be used.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a valid name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDEST041 - Value &1 for destination name is invalid (error situation &2) ?

  The SAP error message SDEST041 indicates that there is an issue with a destination name in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the specified destination name is either not defined, incorrectly formatted, or does not meet the required criteria for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Destination Name: The destination name provided does not exist in the system or is misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: The destination may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified destination.
  System Settings: The destination may not be set up correctly in the relevant configuration settings (e.g., RFC destinations, SMTP settings, etc.).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Destination Name: Verify that the destination name specified in the error message is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (for RFC destinations) or SCOT (for SMTP settings) and check if the destination is defined and configured correctly.
  Ensure that the destination is active and that all required parameters are set.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the destination. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  Test Connection: Use the test functionality in SM59 or SCOT to check if the connection to the destination is working properly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration requirements related to the type of destination you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SCOT: For configuring SMTP settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) or traces to gather more information about the error context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.