How To Fix SRT_ADMIN023 - Client in RFC destination & is & and not &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_ADMIN - Administration Messages for SOAP Runtime

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Client in RFC destination & is & and not &

The client in the specified destination does not match the client where
the check was performed.

What causes this issue?

Incorrect configuration of SOAP Runtime

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator of the error message number.

Procedure for System Administrators

For each client, SOAP Runtime requires a destination for technical
services. This destination must have the type "3" (ABAP connection) and
have a user of the type "Service", with an appropriate password, in the
settings for "Logon and Security". The "Client" field must also contain
an existing client. This destination must be entered in the central
configuration for the appropriate client.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_ADMIN023 - Client in RFC destination & is & and not & ?

  The SAP error message SRT_ADMIN023 typically indicates an issue with the configuration of an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination in the SAP system. The message usually reads something like: "Client in RFC destination & is & and not &," which suggests that there is a mismatch between the expected client number and the client number configured in the RFC destination.
  Cause:
  
  Client Mismatch: The RFC destination is configured to connect to a specific client, but the client number being used in the connection does not match the expected client number.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may have been incorrectly set up, leading to the wrong client being specified.
  System Changes: Changes in the system landscape, such as client copies or system migrations, may have resulted in outdated or incorrect RFC destination settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Locate the relevant RFC destination and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the client number specified in the RFC destination matches the client number of the target system.
  
  
  
  Update Client Information:
  
  If the client number is incorrect, update it to the correct value.
  Save the changes and test the connection to ensure it works correctly.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After making changes, use the "Connection Test" feature in SM59 to verify that the RFC destination is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Check for System Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the system landscape, ensure that all RFC destinations are reviewed and updated as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  SRT_ADMIN: Service Runtime Administration, where you can manage web service configurations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_ADMIN023 error and ensure that your RFC destination is correctly configured.