How To Fix SGSUB101 - RFC connection GTABKEY_SERVER is not set up (SM59)

SGSUB101 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGSUB - Central Storage for Data Types and BAdIs

• Message number: 101

• Message text: RFC connection GTABKEY_SERVER is not set up (SM59)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGSUB101 - RFC connection GTABKEY_SERVER is not set up (SM59) ?

  The SAP error message SGSUB101 indicates that there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection, specifically that the connection named GTABKEY_SERVER is not set up in transaction SM59. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a function module that requires a connection to another SAP system or an external system.
  Cause
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The RFC destination GTABKEY_SERVER has not been created or configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination exists but is not configured correctly (e.g., wrong connection parameters, incorrect logon credentials).
  Authorization Issues: The user trying to access the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59.
  Look for the RFC destination GTABKEY_SERVER in the