How To Fix SIW007 - RFC destination &1 is invalid: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIW - Service Implementation Workbench

• Message number: 007

• Message text: RFC destination &1 is invalid: &2

What causes this issue?

The RFC destination you entered is not valid.

System Response

The system cannot continue and terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Check if you have defined appropriate RFC destinations in Customizing.
To do so, use transaction <LS>SIW</> and select <LS>Goto -> Customizing
(IMG) -> </><DS> <DS:SIMG.DEFINE LANDSCAPE>Define Landscape.</></>
Ensure that you have entered valid RFC connections in the corresponding
fields. If this is the case, ask your system administrator to check
these remote connections.

Procedure for System Administrators

To check the remote connections, use transaction <DS><DS:TRAN.SM59>SM59
</></>.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIW007 - RFC destination &1 is invalid: &2 ?

  The SAP error message SIW007 indicates that there is an issue with an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination in your SAP system. The message typically states that the specified RFC destination is invalid, which can occur for several reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Destination Not Created: The specified RFC destination may not exist in the system.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing access to the destination.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  System Down: The target system associated with the RFC destination may be down or unreachable.
  Expired Credentials: If the RFC destination uses a user/password combination, the credentials may have expired or been changed.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the specified RFC destination (replace &1 with the actual destination name).
  Verify that the destination is configured correctly, including the connection type, target host, and service.
  
  
  
  Create or Update RFC Destination:
  
  If the destination does not exist, create it in SM59.
  If it exists but is misconfigured, update the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Connection Test" button to check if the connection is working.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the network connection to the target system is active and that there are no firewall issues blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running. If it is down, you will need to wait until it is back online.
  
  
  
  Update Credentials:
  
  If the RFC destination uses a user/password, ensure that the credentials are correct and have not expired.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SU01: User maintenance (to check user authorizations).
  ST22: Dump analysis (to check for any related dumps).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFC destination error SIW007.