How To Fix SRMHRPAPL019 - First enter the RFC destination of the HCM system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRMHRPAPL - Service Provider HR Infotypes

• Message number: 019

• Message text: First enter the RFC destination of the HCM system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRMHRPAPL019 - First enter the RFC destination of the HCM system ?

  The SAP error message SRMHRPAPL019 typically indicates that the system is unable to find the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination for the Human Capital Management (HCM) system. This error often occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when trying to access or integrate with HCM functionalities.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the RFC destination required for communication between the SRM system and the HCM system has not been defined or is incorrectly configured. The RFC destination is essential for enabling the two systems to communicate and exchange data.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error SRMHRPAPL019, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that corresponds to your HCM system. It should be listed under the appropriate category (e.g., "ABAP Connections").
  If the destination does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Configure RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is missing, create a new one by clicking on the "Create" button.
  Fill in the required fields, including:
  
  RFC Destination Name: A unique name for the destination.
  Connection Type: Typically "3" for ABAP connections.
  Target Host: The hostname or IP address of the HCM system.
  System Number: The system number of the HCM instance.
  Client: The client number of the HCM system.
  User and Password: Credentials for accessing the HCM system.
  
  
  Test the connection to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Assign RFC Destination in SRM:
  
  In the SRM system, navigate to the relevant configuration settings where the RFC destination is required.
  Ensure that the RFC destination you created or configured is correctly assigned in the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used in the RFC destination have the necessary authorizations to access the HCM system.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  After making changes, it may be necessary to restart the relevant services or perform a system refresh to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  SE37: To check function modules that may be called via RFC.
  SICF: To manage HTTP services if applicable.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and establish the necessary connection between the SRM and HCM systems.