How To Fix SRT_ADMIN205 - Destination client setting is &1 instead of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_ADMIN - Administration Messages for SOAP Runtime

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Destination client setting is &1 instead of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_ADMIN205 - Destination client setting is &1 instead of &2 ?

  The SAP error message SRT_ADMIN205 indicates that there is a mismatch in the destination client settings for a service in the SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the destination client is set to a value (&1) that is different from the expected value (&2). This typically occurs in scenarios involving SAP Web Services or when using the SAP Process Integration (PI) or Process Orchestration (PO) components.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The destination client configured in the SAP system does not match the expected client for the service being called. This can happen if the service is configured to point to a different client than the one currently being used.
  Incorrect Service Configuration: The service endpoint may have been incorrectly set up, leading to a mismatch in the client settings.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the system has been transported from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production), the destination settings may not have been updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SRT_ADMIN205 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Service Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction SRT_ADMIN in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the relevant service and check the configuration settings.
  Ensure that the destination client is set correctly according to your requirements.
  
  
  
  Update Destination Settings:
  
  If the destination client is incorrect, update it to the expected value (&2).
  You can do this by editing the service configuration in SRT_ADMIN.
  
  
  
  Verify RFC Destination:
  
  Check the RFC destination settings in transaction SM59.
  Ensure that the destination is correctly configured and points to the right client.
  
  
  
  Transport Considerations:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary configurations were included in the transport request.
  Make sure that the destination settings are consistent across all environments (development, quality, production).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the service again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SRT_ADMIN: Service Runtime Administration
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring web services and managing service runtime settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to SRT_ADMIN205 or service configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_ADMIN205 error and ensure that your service configurations are correct.