How To Fix SR017 - Destination & not defined (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SR - RFC utilities

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Destination & not defined (see long text)

What causes this issue?

There are application programs which use the specified destination for
Remote Function Calls (RFC). The destination has not been maintained and
it may be that other destinations have not been maintained either.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator to do the following:

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

Call the Transaction SM59.
Create destinations of type 3 (ABAP - ABAP connections) with the names
of all databases in the system (e.g. destinations C11, C20 etc.).
Specify the name of the server where the database runs. This name should
be that used in /etc/hosts for the assignment machine <-> TCP/IP
address.
Specify the number of the SAP system (usually 00). This number should be
that used in the path to the system directory (e.g.
/usr/sap/C11/DVEBMG53: system number is 53)
Create CPIC user in the target system and enter logon data with SM59.
Perform a connection test for each destination. (Caution: Logon is not
verified.)
Distribute the defined destinations (select <LS>RFC -> Distribute
entries</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SR017 - Destination & not defined (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message SR017, which states "Destination & not defined (see long text)," typically indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of a communication destination in the SAP system. This error often arises when the system is trying to access a specific destination (like an RFC destination, HTTP destination, etc.) that has not been defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Destination: The specified destination does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The destination exists but is not configured correctly (e.g., wrong parameters, incorrect user credentials).
  Authorization Issues: The user or system trying to access the destination does not have the necessary authorizations.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the destination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 (for RFC destinations) or SO20 (for HTTP destinations).
  Verify that the destination mentioned in the error message is listed.
  If it is not listed, you will need to create it.
  If it is listed, check the configuration settings (like target host, system number, client, user credentials, etc.) to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Destination:
  
  If the destination is missing, create a new one by clicking on the "Create" button in SM59 or SO20.
  Fill in the required fields, ensuring that the connection type and parameters are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After configuring the destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 or SO20 to ensure that the destination is reachable and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the destination. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Network Settings:
  
  If the destination is configured correctly but still not reachable, check for any network issues, such as firewalls or routing problems that may be blocking access.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message may have additional information in the long text. You can view this by clicking on the message or using the message number in the SAP message documentation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SO20: HTTP Connections
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC and HTTP destinations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SR017 error and ensure that the destination is properly defined and accessible.