How To Fix UPT006 - Retraction: RFC destination is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPT -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Retraction: RFC destination is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPT006 - Retraction: RFC destination is missing ?

  The SAP error message UPT006, which states "Retraction: RFC destination is missing," typically occurs in the context of SAP's User Provisioning Tool (UPT) when there is an issue with the configuration of the Remote Function Call (RFC) destination required for the retraction process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The most common cause of this error is that the RFC destination required for the retraction process is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may be defined but incorrectly configured, leading to connectivity issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the retraction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly set up to handle the retraction process, including missing components or incorrect settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the required RFC destination is defined. If it is missing, create a new RFC destination.
  Ensure that the destination type is set correctly (e.g., "T" for TCP/IP connections).
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings of the RFC destination, including the target system, logon credentials, and connection parameters.
  Ensure that the destination points to the correct system where the retraction should occur.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the retraction has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user to confirm they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Review UPT Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the User Provisioning Tool to ensure that the RFC destination is correctly referenced.
  Make sure that all necessary components for UPT are installed and configured properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to UPT and RFC destinations for any specific configurations or troubleshooting steps that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SU01: For user management and authorization checks.
  UPT Configuration: Check the specific configuration settings for UPT in your system.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UPT006 error and ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured for the retraction process.