How To Fix /UI2/BASIS_UTIL101 - RFC destination is not maintained for system alias &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/BASIS_UTIL -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: RFC destination is not maintained for system alias &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/BASIS_UTIL101 - RFC destination is not maintained for system alias &1 ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/BASIS_UTIL101 RFC destination is not maintained for system alias &1 typically indicates that there is a missing or incorrectly configured RFC (Remote Function Call) destination for a specific system alias in your SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when using SAP Fiori applications or when trying to access services that require communication between different SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified system alias does not have an associated RFC destination defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may exist but is not configured correctly, leading to communication issues.
  System Alias Not Defined: The system alias being referenced may not be defined in the system at all.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check System Aliases:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF and check the configuration of the service that is causing the error. Ensure that the system alias is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 to check the RFC destinations.
  Look for the RFC destination that corresponds to the system alias mentioned in the error message.
  If it does not exist, create a new RFC destination:
  
  Click on "Create" and enter the necessary details (e.g., target host, system number, client, user credentials).
  
  
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to ensure it points to the correct target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After maintaining or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to verify that the connection is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  If the issue persists, check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  System Aliases: System aliases are used in SAP to define logical names for systems that can be referenced in various configurations, such as Fiori applications or OData services.
  RFC Destinations: RFC destinations are used to define the connection parameters for communication between SAP systems or between SAP and non-SAP systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to your version of SAP or the specific application you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the RFC destination is properly maintained for the specified system alias.