How To Fix /SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK013 - RFC destination doesn't exist for target system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: RFC destination doesn't exist for target system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK013 - RFC destination doesn't exist for target system &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK013 RFC destination doesn't exist for target system &1 typically indicates that the system is trying to access a target system via an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination that has not been defined in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a function module that requires communication with another SAP system or when using certain applications that rely on RFC connections.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination for the target system does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may exist but is incorrectly configured (e.g., wrong connection parameters).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Verify 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 by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (e.g., connection type, target host, system number, etc.).
  If it exists, verify that the configuration is correct, including the connection parameters and logon credentials.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the connection to the target system is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  If the RFC destination is correctly configured but still not working, check for any network issues that may be preventing communication between the systems. This may involve checking firewalls, network routes, or other connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are using a specific SAP application or module, consult the relevant documentation or support notes for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations (Display/Maintain)
  SM37: Job Monitoring (to check if any background jobs are failing due to this issue)
  SU53: Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  
  
  Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and establish the necessary RFC connection to the target system.