How To Fix /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA019 - No RFC central system assigned for GMD type '&1' and target system '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No RFC central system assigned for GMD type '&1' and target system '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA019 - No RFC central system assigned for GMD type '&1' and target system '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA019 indicates that there is no RFC (Remote Function Call) central system assigned for a specific GMD (Global Metadata) type and target system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Suite applications, particularly when dealing with Global Metadata Management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The target system does not have an RFC destination configured in the SAP system that is trying to access it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The GMD type specified may not have a corresponding RFC central system assigned in the configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the systems from communicating.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the RFC destination for the target system is correctly configured and active.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Assign RFC Central System:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Global Metadata Management.
  Ensure that the GMD type in question has an RFC central system assigned.
  If not, assign the appropriate RFC destination to the GMD type.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user/system.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication between the systems.
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Global Metadata Management for any specific configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 - RFC Destinations
  SICF - HTTP Services
  SPRO - Customizing (for configuration settings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (transaction SM21) and traces (transaction ST01) for any additional error messages or information that could help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA019.