How To Fix SWF_UTL_002009 - Logical RFC destination '&1' not found in SM59

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_UTL_002 - Messages Services

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Logical RFC destination '&1' not found in SM59

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_UTL_002009 - Logical RFC destination '&1' not found in SM59 ?

  The SAP error message SWF_UTL_002009 indicates that a logical RFC (Remote Function Call) destination specified in your workflow is not found in transaction SM59. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a workflow attempts to call a function module or service that relies on a logical RFC destination that has not been properly configured or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The logical RFC destination specified in the workflow does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may exist but is incorrectly configured or inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Transport Issues: If the RFC destination was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination in SM59:
  
  Go to transaction SM59.
  Look for the logical RFC destination mentioned in the error message (replace &1 with the actual name).
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Configure RFC Destination:
  
  If the destination is missing, create a new logical RFC destination by clicking on the "Create" button.
  Fill in the required fields, such as the target system, connection type, and logon credentials.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, double-check the settings and ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the connection works properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the RFC destination was transported, ensure that all necessary configurations were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific RFC destination or workflow for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  SWI1: To monitor workflow instances.
  SWI2_FREQ: To analyze workflow errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message or the RFC destination.
  
  
  Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary components are in place.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message SWF_UTL_002009 and ensure that the logical RFC destination is correctly configured and accessible.