How To Fix /UI2/CAT_PROV_700003 - Destination &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/CAT_PROV_700 -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Destination &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/CAT_PROV_700003 - Destination &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/CAT_PROV_700003 Destination &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a destination (like a service or a backend system) that has not been defined or is not available in the system configuration. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Fiori applications or when using the SAP Gateway.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Destination: The specified destination (denoted by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The destination may be incorrectly configured, leading to connectivity issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the destination.
  System Changes: Changes in the system landscape (like system migrations or updates) may have affected the destination configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) and check if the destination exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new destination with the required parameters.
  If it exists, verify that the configuration is correct (e.g., the target host, port, and connection type).
  
  
  
  Test the Destination:
  
  Use the "Test Connection" feature in SM59 to ensure that the destination is reachable and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the destination. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Network Settings:
  
  Check for any network issues that may be preventing access to the destination. This may involve checking firewall settings or network configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Update System Configuration:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the system landscape, ensure that all configurations are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Fiori and Gateway documentation for information on configuring destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /UI2/CAT_PROV_700003 Destination &1 does not exist error message.