How To Fix BGRFC034 - Unit is in manual retry mode: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Unit is in manual retry mode: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC034 - Unit is in manual retry mode: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC034 indicates that a unit of work in the background RFC (bRFC) framework is in manual retry mode. This typically means that there was an issue processing a bRFC call, and the system has put the unit into a state where it requires manual intervention to resolve the issue before it can be retried.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Network Issues: Temporary network problems that prevent the bRFC call from being completed.
  System Errors: Errors in the target system or application logic that prevent the successful execution of the bRFC call.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the bRFC settings or the target system.
  Data Issues: Problems with the data being processed, such as missing or invalid data.
  Timeouts: The bRFC call may have timed out due to long processing times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the bRFC Queue: Use transaction SM58 to check the status of the bRFC calls. Look for the specific unit that is in manual retry mode.
  
  
  Analyze the Error: Review the error logs and messages associated with the bRFC call. This can provide insights into what went wrong. You can use transaction SLG1 to check application logs for more details.
  
  
  Manual Retry: If you have identified and resolved the underlying issue, you can manually retry the bRFC unit. This can be done in transaction SM58 by selecting the relevant entry and choosing the option to retry.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, ensure that the bRFC settings are correctly configured in both the sending and receiving systems.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that it meets the required criteria and is not causing the failure.
  
  
  Monitor Network: If network issues are suspected, monitor the network connectivity between the systems involved in the bRFC call.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to bRFC for additional troubleshooting steps and best practices.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  bRFC Overview: Background RFC (bRFC) is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous processing of function calls. It is used to ensure that calls are processed reliably, even in the event of errors.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM58: To monitor and manage asynchronous RFC calls.
  SLG1: To view application logs for detailed error messages.
  SMQ1/SMQ2: To monitor and manage qRFC queues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to bRFC and this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.