How To Fix UGMD7013 - RFC destination &1: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD7 - Messages for Package UGMD7

• Message number: 013

• Message text: RFC destination &1: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD7013 - RFC destination &1: &2 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD7013 typically indicates an issue with an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination. The message format is as follows:
  UGMD7013 RFC destination &1: &2
  Where &1 represents the name of the RFC destination and &2 provides additional information about the error.
  Cause
  The causes of this error can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This could include incorrect connection parameters, such as the target system's IP address, port, or system ID.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system defined in the RFC destination.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  
  Target System Down: The target system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  
  
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the target system.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the UGMD7013 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination mentioned in the error message.
  Verify that all connection parameters (like target host, system number, client, user, and password) are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Connection Test" option to check if the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target system over the network. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running. If it is down, coordinate with the system administrators to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules or security settings that might be blocking the connection to the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: Manage RFC destinations.
  ST22: Check for dumps that might provide more context on the error.
  SM21: Review system logs for any related error messages.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address specific issues related to RFC destinations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the UGMD7013 error.