How To Fix BGRFC048 - Unit &1 started by &2 in debugger, using own user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Unit &1 started by &2 in debugger, using own user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC048 - Unit &1 started by &2 in debugger, using own user ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC048 indicates that a background RFC (Remote Function Call) unit has been started in the debugger by a user, which is not allowed in a production environment. This typically occurs when a background job or RFC process is initiated in debug mode, which can lead to performance issues or unintended consequences.
  Cause:
  
  Debugging Mode: The error occurs when a background RFC unit is started in debugging mode by a user. This can happen if a user inadvertently starts a transaction in debug mode or if a developer is testing a background job.
  User Permissions: The user who initiated the RFC may have the necessary permissions to start the debugger, which is not advisable in a production environment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that allow debugging in a non-development environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Avoid Debugging in Production: Ensure that debugging is not enabled for background jobs in the production environment. This can be enforced through user roles and permissions.
  Check User Roles: Review the roles and authorizations assigned to the user who triggered the RFC. Ensure that they do not have permissions to start debugging sessions in production.
  Use Transaction SM37: Check the job logs in transaction SM37 to identify the job that caused the error and analyze its details.
  Modify Job Settings: If debugging is necessary for testing purposes, consider running the job in a development or quality assurance environment instead of production.
  System Configuration: Review system settings related to background processing and RFC calls to ensure that debugging is restricted in production environments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to BGRFC and debugging issues for any patches or updates that may address this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on background processing and RFC to understand best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BGRFC048 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.