How To Fix SRET120 - Specify a RFC destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Specify a RFC destination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRET120 - Specify a RFC destination ?

  The SAP error message SRET120, which states "Specify a RFC destination," typically occurs when a Remote Function Call (RFC) destination is not specified or is incorrectly configured in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a remote function module or when setting up a connection to another SAP system or external application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The RFC destination required for the operation is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination exists but is not configured correctly (e.g., wrong connection parameters).
  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 (RFC Destinations).
  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:
  
  If the RFC destination exists, double-check its configuration settings to ensure they are correct.
  Test the connection by selecting the RFC destination and clicking on the "Connection Test" button.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  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 connection to the RFC destination. This may involve checking firewalls, network settings, or server availability.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific RFC destination or function module you are trying to use for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SE37: Function module maintenance (to check the function module being called).
  SU53: Authorization check (to see if there are any authorization issues).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RFC destinations.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: If the issue persists, consider enabling traces (using transaction ST01 or ST22) to gather more information about the error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRET120 error and successfully specify an RFC destination in your SAP environment.