How To Fix UGMD9017 - RFC error with destination &1 -> see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD9 - Customizing Comparison

• Message number: 017

• Message text: RFC error with destination &1 -> see long text

What causes this issue?

&V2&

System Response

The RFC destination found cannot be used for transport processing.

How to fix this error?

Check RFC destination &V1& (TA SM59)

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD9017 - RFC error with destination &1 -> see long text ?

  The SAP error message UGMD9017 indicates an RFC (Remote Function Call) error related to a specific destination. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the communication between SAP systems or between an SAP system and an external system. The message suggests checking the long text for more detailed information about the error.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems or between the SAP system and the external system.
  Configuration Issues: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This includes incorrect settings for the target system, such as the system ID, client number, user credentials, or connection type.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the RFC connection may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation.
  System Availability: The target system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the communication between the systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the RFC destination mentioned in the error message.
  Verify that the configuration settings (such as target host, system number, client, user, and password) are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC 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 there are no network issues preventing communication between the systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network problems.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials used for the RFC connection have the necessary authorizations to access the target system and perform the required operations.
  
  
  
  Check System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running. You can check the status of the system in transaction SM51 or by contacting the system administrator.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Ensure that any firewalls or security settings are configured to allow communication between the systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific details about the error. You can view it by clicking on the message in the SAP GUI or by using transaction SE91 to look up the message class and number.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) and RFC logs (transaction SM58) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.