How To Fix SR124 - Enter a valid RFC connection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SR - RFC utilities

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Enter a valid RFC connection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SR124 - Enter a valid RFC connection ?

  The SAP error message SR124 "Enter a valid RFC connection" typically occurs when there is an issue with the Remote Function Call (RFC) connection in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a function module that requires an RFC connection to another SAP system or when configuring connections in transaction codes like SM59.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid RFC Connection Name: The specified RFC connection name does not exist or is misspelled.
  Connection Configuration Issues: The RFC connection may not be properly configured, including incorrect parameters such as the target system, user credentials, or connection type.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified RFC connection.
  Inactive Connection: The RFC connection may be inactive or not properly set up in transaction SM59.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Connection Name:
  
  Verify that the RFC connection name you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in transaction SM59.
  
  
  
  Review Connection Configuration:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC connection and check the configuration settings. Ensure that the target system, user credentials, and other parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, you can test the RFC connection by selecting the connection and clicking on the "Connection Test" button. This will help identify if there are any connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to use the RFC connection. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Activate the Connection:
  
  If the RFC connection is inactive, you can activate it in transaction SM59.
  
  
  
  Check for System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC connections.
  SM21: View system logs.
  SU53: Check authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring and troubleshooting RFC connections.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SR124 error message in your SAP system.