EA586 - RFC destination is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 586

• Message text: RFC destination is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA586 - RFC destination is not defined ?

  The SAP error message EA586, which states "RFC destination is not defined," typically occurs when a Remote Function Call (RFC) destination that is required for communication between SAP systems or between an SAP system and an external system is not properly configured or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing RFC Destination: The specified RFC destination does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The RFC destination may exist but is incorrectly configured (e.g., wrong connection parameters).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the destination.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly set up to handle the RFC calls.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the RFC destination that is causing the error. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, verify that the configuration is correct (e.g., connection type, target host, system number, client, user credentials).
  
  
  
  Create or Modify RFC Destination:
  
  If the destination is missing, create a new RFC destination by clicking on "Create" and filling in the required fields.
  If it exists but is incorrect, modify the existing destination to ensure all parameters are correct.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the RFC destination, use the "Test Connection" button in SM59 to ensure that the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the RFC call has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing the connection to the RFC destination. This may involve checking firewalls, network routes, and ensuring that the target system is up and running.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the RFC trace (transaction SM58) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFC Types: Understand the different types of RFC destinations (e.g., T, A, G) and their purposes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed steps on configuring RFC destinations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to RFC destinations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EA586 error and ensure that the RFC destination is properly defined and functional.