How To Fix SRET113 - Specify a (TCP/IP) RFC destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRET - SAP Retrieval : Administration - Indexing - Search

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Specify a (TCP/IP) RFC destination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRET113 - Specify a (TCP/IP) RFC destination ?

  The SAP error message SRET113, which states "Specify a (TCP/IP) RFC destination," typically occurs when there is an attempt to execute a function that requires a Remote Function Call (RFC) destination, but the destination has not been specified or is not correctly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The RFC destination required for the operation is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The existing RFC destination may be incorrectly configured or inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the specified RFC destination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the required RFC destination is defined. If not, create a new RFC destination by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details (e.g., target host, system number, client, user credentials).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the RFC destination is configured correctly. Verify the connection parameters, such as the target system's hostname, service, and logon credentials.
  Test the connection by using the "Test Connection" button in the SM59 transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system. This may involve checking firewalls, network routes, and ensuring that the target system is up and running.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the RFC trace (transaction SM58) for any additional error messages or information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Destinations: RFC destinations are used in SAP to define how to connect to other SAP systems or external systems. They can be of different types, such as TCP/IP connections, HTTP connections, etc.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SM21: System log for error messages.
  SM58: Monitor asynchronous RFC calls.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting RFC-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRET113 error and ensure that the necessary RFC destination is specified and correctly configured.