How To Fix /SMB/BBPRJ_INST164 - Function &1 does not exist in target system (RFC destination &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BBPRJ_INST -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Function &1 does not exist in target system (RFC destination &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BBPRJ_INST164 - Function &1 does not exist in target system (RFC destination &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BBPRJ_INST164 Function &1 does not exist in target system (RFC destination &2) typically indicates that a function module or a method that is being called in the target system (specified by the RFC destination) does not exist or is not accessible. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data transfer, remote function calls, or when executing certain processes that rely on remote systems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module specified by &1 is not defined in the target system.
  Incorrect RFC Destination: The RFC destination &2 may be incorrectly configured or pointing to the wrong system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the function may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module in the target system.
  Transport Issues: The function module may not have been transported to the target system if it was recently created or modified.
  Version Mismatch: The source and target systems may be on different versions of SAP, leading to incompatibilities.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Function Module: Verify that the function module &1 exists in the target system. You can do this by navigating to transaction SE37 (Function Builder) in the target system and searching for the function module.
  Verify RFC Destination: Check the configuration of the RFC destination &2 using transaction SM59. Ensure that it points to the correct system and that the connection is working properly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module in the target system. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Transport the Function Module: If the function module is missing, you may need to transport it from the development system to the target system.
  Check System Versions: Ensure that both systems are compatible in terms of SAP version and that any necessary updates or patches have been applied.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE37: Function Builder - to check the existence of the function module.
  SM59: RFC Destinations - to check and configure RFC connections.
  SU53: Authorization Check - to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific function module or RFC issues for any known problems or fixes.
  Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or context that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.