How To Fix SDEST063 - &MSGV1& is not an HTTP destination (type G or H)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDEST - Messages for RFC Destinations

• Message number: 063

• Message text: &MSGV1& is not an HTTP destination (type G or H)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDEST063 - &MSGV1& is not an HTTP destination (type G or H) ?

  The SAP error message SDEST063 indicates that the system is trying to use a destination that is not configured correctly as an HTTP destination. The message typically includes a variable &MSGV1&, which represents the name of the destination that is causing the issue.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The specified destination is not defined in the SAP system.
  The destination is defined but is not of the correct type (it should be of type G or H for HTTP destinations).
  The destination might be incorrectly configured, missing required parameters, or pointing to an invalid URL.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Look for the destination name indicated in the error message (&MSGV1&).
  Ensure that the destination exists and is of type HTTP Connection to External Server (type H) or HTTP Connection to SAP System (type G).
  
  
  
  Verify Destination Type:
  
  If the destination is not of type H or G, you will need to create a new destination or modify the existing one.
  To create a new destination, click on the "Create" button and fill in the required fields, ensuring you select the correct type.
  
  
  
  Check Connection Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the URL is correctly specified in the destination settings.
  Verify that the connection parameters (like proxy settings, authentication methods, etc.) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After making changes, use the "Test Connection" button in the SM59 transaction to verify that the destination is reachable and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the HTTP destination.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  If the issue persists, check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal provides detailed documentation on configuring HTTP destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to HTTP destinations or the SDEST063 error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SDEST063 error message in your SAP system.