How To Fix SO687 - & is not a valid remote SAP name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 687

• Message text: & is not a valid remote SAP name

What causes this issue?

A remote SAP name consists of system name, client, and SAP user name.
When they are entered, they are separated by ":", for example
SAPSYSTEM1:001:MILLER

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the address in the way described above.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO687 - & is not a valid remote SAP name ?

  The SAP error message SO687 indicates that the specified remote SAP system name is not valid. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination or when the system name provided does not match any known or configured SAP systems.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect System Name: The name of the remote SAP system may have been entered incorrectly.
  RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured properly in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the local system from reaching the remote system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the remote system.
  System Not Registered: The remote system may not be registered in the SAP landscape or may not be available.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Name: Verify that the remote SAP system name is correct. Ensure that it matches the name configured in the target system.
  Review RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check the configuration of the RFC destination that corresponds to the remote system.
  Ensure that the connection type is correct (e.g., TCP/IP).
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" button to see if it is reachable.
  
  
  Network Configuration: Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the remote system. Check firewalls, VPNs, or any other network configurations that might block the connection.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the remote system. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  System Availability: Confirm that the remote SAP system is up and running. You can check this by logging into the remote system directly or by contacting the system administrator.
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SM21: For checking system logs for any related errors.
  ST22: For analyzing dumps that might provide more context on the error.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on RFC connections and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SO687 error message.