How To Fix SRT_ADMIN246 - Destination &1 is not operational

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_ADMIN - Administration Messages for SOAP Runtime

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Destination &1 is not operational

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_ADMIN246 - Destination &1 is not operational ?

  The SAP error message SRT_ADMIN246 indicates that a specific destination (identified by &1) is not operational. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there are issues with the configuration or connectivity of the destination.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing access to the destination.
  Service Unavailability: The service or application that the destination points to may be down or not responding.
  Authentication Issues: There may be issues with the credentials used to access the destination.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls may be blocking the connection to the destination.
  Timeouts: The destination may be timing out due to long response times.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction SRT_ADMIN in SAP.
  Verify the configuration of the destination. Ensure that the URL, authentication method, and other settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use the Test Connection feature in the SRT_ADMIN transaction to check if the destination is reachable.
  If the connection fails, investigate network issues or service availability.
  
  
  
  Check Service Status:
  
  Ensure that the service or application that the destination points to is up and running.
  If it is down, restart the service or contact the responsible team.
  
  
  
  Review Authentication:
  
  Check the credentials used for the destination. Ensure they are correct and have not expired.
  If using basic authentication, verify the username and password.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules that might be blocking access to the destination.
  Ensure that the necessary ports are open and accessible.
  
  
  
  Monitor Performance:
  
  If timeouts are an issue, monitor the performance of the destination service to identify any bottlenecks.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the logs in the SAP system for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SRT_ADMIN Transaction: This transaction is used to manage and monitor the SAP Web Services Runtime (SRT) and related configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring and troubleshooting destinations in SAP PI/PO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SRT_ADMIN246 error message.