How To Fix /SMB/SYSLM013 - RFC destination is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SYSLM -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: RFC destination is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SYSLM013 - RFC destination is empty ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SYSLM013 RFC destination is empty typically indicates that a required RFC (Remote Function Call) destination is not configured or is missing in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, especially when trying to execute functions that require communication with other SAP systems or external systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination that the system is trying to access is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly set up to communicate with the required external systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the required RFC destination is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, ensure that it is correctly configured (e.g., check