How To Fix /SMB/BBPRJ_INST168 - RFC destination missing for target system &1 in System Landscape Mainten.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BBPRJ_INST -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: RFC destination missing for target system &1 in System Landscape Mainten.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BBPRJ_INST168 - RFC destination missing for target system &1 in System Landscape Mainten. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BBPRJ_INST168 RFC destination missing for target system &1 typically indicates that there is a missing Remote Function Call (RFC) destination for a target system in the System Landscape Management (SLM) or System Landscape Maintenance (SLM) configuration. This can occur when trying to perform operations that require communication with another SAP system, such as during system installations, upgrades, or data transfers.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified target system does not have an RFC destination defined in the SAP system you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or pointing to the wrong system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: Network connectivity problems could also lead to this error if the target system is unreachable.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Maintain RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the RFC destination for the target system (indicated by &1 in the error message) exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new RFC destination:
  
  Click on "Create" and enter the necessary details (e.g., target system name, connection type, etc.).
  Test the connection to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, select it and click on "Change" to update the settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination and perform the required operations.
  
  
  
  Verify Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the target system is up and running and that there are no network issues preventing communication between the systems.
  
  
  
  Check System Landscape Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system landscape is correctly configured in the System Landscape Management tool. This includes verifying that all systems are correctly defined and that their RFC destinations are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to your specific version and configuration for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 - RFC Destinations
  SICF - HTTP Services
  SMD - Solution Manager Diagnostics
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured for the target system.