How To Fix UPB771 - Either select the local system or a RFC destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB - BPS: Balance sheet planning messages

• Message number: 771

• Message text: Either select the local system or a RFC destination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB771 - Either select the local system or a RFC destination ?

  The SAP error message UPB771, which states "Either select the local system or a RFC destination," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning (BPC) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with the system configuration or the connection settings.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to connect to the required RFC (Remote Function Call) destination.
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination may not exist or may not be correctly set up in the SAP system.
  Local System Not Selected: The user may not have selected the local system option when it is required for the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the local system or the specified RFC destination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the required RFC destination is correctly configured and active.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Select Local System:
  
  If the operation requires the local system, ensure that you have selected the local system option in the relevant settings or dialog.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the BPC or BusinessObjects environment to ensure that the correct system is selected.
  Ensure that the system settings are aligned with the requirements of the task you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the local system or the specified RFC destination.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPB771 error and implement a solution to resolve it.