How To Fix BGRFC085 - Could not perform notification for unit: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Could not perform notification for unit: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC085 - Could not perform notification for unit: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC085 indicates that there was an issue with the background RFC (BGRFC) notification for a specific unit. This error typically arises in scenarios involving asynchronous processing or communication between different SAP systems or instances.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity between the systems involved in the BGRFC communication.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the BGRFC settings or the logical destinations.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient resources (like memory or processing power) on the server handling the BGRFC calls.
  System Errors: General system errors or inconsistencies in the SAP environment.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user or system trying to perform the BGRFC operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BGRFC085 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues between the systems. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity problems.
  
  
  Review BGRFC Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the BGRFC settings in transaction SM58 (Transactional RFC) and SLG1 (Application Log) for any errors or misconfigurations.
  Ensure that the logical destinations are correctly set up in transaction SM59.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor the system's performance and check for any resource bottlenecks.
  
  
  Check for System Errors: Look for any system errors or dumps in transaction ST22 (Dump Analysis) or SM21 (System Log) that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to perform the BGRFC operations.
  
  
  Reprocess the BGRFC Queue: If the issue persists, you may need to reprocess the BGRFC queue. You can do this in transaction SMQ1 (for outbound queues) or SMQ2 (for inbound queues).
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BGRFC: Background RFC is a mechanism in SAP that allows for asynchronous communication between different SAP systems or instances.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM58: Transactional RFC Monitor
  SMQ1: Outbound Queue Monitor
  SMQ2: Inbound Queue Monitor
  SLG1: Application Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  SM50/SM66: Process Overview
  
  
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.