How To Fix UPB_CW510 - SAP BW is not available in this system. Choose an RFC destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB_CW - Cost Center Wizard

• Message number: 510

• Message text: SAP BW is not available in this system. Choose an RFC destination

What causes this issue?

A BW System is not yet assigned to the planning application that you are
currently editing and the current system does not contain SAP BW.
However, you must first specify a BW System in order to make further
settings.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

In the screen displayed, choose <LS>Environment -> RFC Destination and
assign a SAP BW System to the application.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB_CW510 - SAP BW is not available in this system. Choose an RFC destination ?

  The SAP error message UPB_CW510 indicates that the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system is not available in the current system context, and it prompts the user to choose an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or when trying to access BW data from another SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BW System Configuration: The BW system may not be configured correctly in the SAP system you are working with.
  RFC Destination Not Defined: The RFC destination for the BW system may not be defined or may be incorrectly configured.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing access to the BW system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW system.
  BW System Down: The BW system itself may be down or not running.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the RFC destination for the BW system is defined and configured correctly.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working.
  
  
  
  Configure RFC Destination:
  
  If the RFC destination is missing, create a new one with the correct parameters (e.g., target host, system number, client, user credentials).
  Ensure that the connection type is set correctly (usually type 3 for TCP/IP connections).
  
  
  
  Check BW System Availability:
  
  Verify that the BW system is up and running. You can do this by logging into the BW system directly or checking with your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the BW system. This may involve checking firewalls, VPNs, or other network configurations.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BW system. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: To manage RFC destinations.
  ST22: To check for dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  SLG1: To check application logs for any related errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the UPB_CW510 error in your SAP environment.