How To Fix SDEST093 - Reference destination change; you must set a new password

SDEST093 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDEST - Messages for RFC Destinations

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Reference destination change; you must set a new password

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDEST093 - Reference destination change; you must set a new password ?

  The SAP error message SDEST093 indicates that there is a problem with the reference destination in the SAP system, specifically related to the password for a communication destination. This error typically occurs when the password for a communication destination (like an RFC destination) has changed, and the system requires you to update it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Password Change: The most common cause of this error is that the password for the user associated with the RFC destination has been changed, but the corresponding RFC destination in SAP has not been updated with the new password.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the RFC destination or the communication settings.
  Expired Password: The password for the user might have expired, requiring a reset.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SDEST093 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Update RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Find the relevant RFC destination that is causing the issue.
  Edit the destination and update the password for the