How To Fix /AIF/NEWRT_BGRFC013 - Error starting process &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/NEWRT_BGRFC -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Error starting process &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/NEWRT_BGRFC013 - Error starting process &1. ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/NEWRT_BGRFC013 Error starting process &1 is related to the Application Interface Framework (AIF) in SAP, specifically concerning the background RFC (BGRFC) processing. This error typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to start a process that is supposed to run in the background.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The BGRFC configuration might not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to the RFC destination or the AIF configuration.
  System Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (e.g., memory, CPU), which can prevent the process from starting.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems that prevent the BGRFC from communicating with the necessary systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account running the process may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the BGRFC.
  Process Overload: If there are too many processes queued or running, it may lead to failures in starting new processes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the BGRFC configuration in transaction SM58 and ensure that all settings are correct. Verify the RFC destinations and ensure they are reachable.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor system performance and check for any resource bottlenecks. If necessary, optimize the system or increase resources.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection to ensure that there are no issues. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity problems.
  Review Authorizations: Check the authorizations of the user or service account that is trying to start the process. Ensure that it has the necessary permissions to execute BGRFC calls.
  Check Process Queue: Use transaction SMQ1 (for outbound queues) and SMQ2 (for inbound queues) to check for any stuck or failed messages. Clear any issues that may be causing a backlog.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on why the process failed to start.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM58: To monitor and manage asynchronous RFC calls.
  SMQ1/SMQ2: To monitor the queues for BGRFC.
  SLG1: To view application logs for detailed error messages.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for AIF and BGRFC for more detailed configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.