How To Fix VSCAN016 - Error in configuration of RFC destination &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCAN - Virus Scan Interface

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Error in configuration of RFC destination &1

What causes this issue?

The RFC destination &V1& is to be used for communicating with a virus
scan server. However, it is incorrectly configured.
You must make the following settings:
Activation Type: Registered server program
Program ID filled (use the name of the RFC destination)
Gateway Host filled (Recommendation: Use the gateway of the application
server on which the virus scan server is to be started)
Gateway service filled

System Response

The action was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings for the RFC destination.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCAN016 - Error in configuration of RFC destination &1 ?

  The SAP error message VSCAN016 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of an RFC (Remote Function Call) destination in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to connect to the specified RFC destination, which is often used for communication between different SAP systems or between an SAP system and external systems.
  Cause
  The causes of the VSCAN016 error can include:
  
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be configured correctly in transaction SM59. This could include incorrect connection parameters, such as the target host, system number, client, user credentials, etc.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system defined in the RFC destination.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials specified in the RFC destination may not have the necessary authorizations to connect to the target system.
  
  
  Target System Down: The target system may be down or not reachable due to maintenance or other issues.
  
  
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the target system.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the VSCAN016 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59.
  Locate the RFC destination that is causing the error.
  Verify the connection parameters (such as target host, system number, client, user, and password).
  Test the connection using the "Connection Test" button to see if it succeeds.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can reach the target system over the network. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Verify User Credentials:
  
  Ensure that the user credentials specified in the RFC destination have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Target System Status:
  
  Verify that the target system is up and running. If it is down, you may need to wait until it is back online.
  
  
  
  Review Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Check if there are any firewall rules or security settings that might be blocking the connection to the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 - RFC Destinations
  ST22 - Dump Analysis (to check for any related dumps)
  SICF - HTTP Services (if the RFC is related to web services)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring RFC destinations and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also check 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 identify and resolve the cause of the VSCAN016 error in your SAP system.