How To Fix /AIF/NEWRT_BGRFC017 - Starting to process message &1 / &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/NEWRT_BGRFC -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Starting to process message &1 / &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/NEWRT_BGRFC017 - Starting to process message &1 / &2. ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/NEWRT_BGRFC017 Starting to process message &1 / &2 is related to the Application Interface Framework (AIF) in SAP, specifically concerning the processing of messages in a background RFC (bRFC) environment. This error typically indicates that there is an issue with the processing of a message that is being sent or received through the AIF.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Message Format Issues: The message being processed may not conform to the expected format or structure, leading to processing errors.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the AIF settings, such as incorrect interface definitions or mapping issues.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may lead to delays or failures in processing messages.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity can affect the ability to send or receive messages.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to process the message.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may contain invalid or inconsistent information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message Format: Verify that the message being processed adheres to the expected format and structure. You may need to validate the data being sent.
  Review AIF Configuration: Check the AIF configuration settings, including interface definitions, mappings, and error handling settings. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) and SM21 (System Log) to check for any performance issues or errors in the system.
  Network Diagnostics: Ensure that there are no network issues affecting the communication between systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity problems.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to process the message. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Data Validation: Review the data being processed for any inconsistencies or invalid entries. Correct any issues found in the data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  /AIF/IFMON: AIF Interface Monitoring
  /AIF/ERR: AIF Error Handling
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to AIF and bRFC processing.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for AIF to understand the framework better and how to troubleshoot common issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for better diagnosis.