How To Fix BGRFC315 - Cannot check RFC server name of application server &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Cannot check RFC server name of application server &1

What causes this issue?

You have created entries for an application server that is not currently
connected. This means that the RFC server name of the application server
cannot be determined.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you are not sure whether the name has been saved correctly, edit and
save this entry at a time when the application is active.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC315 - Cannot check RFC server name of application server &1 ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC315 indicates that there is an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) server name of the application server. This error typically arises in the context of background RFC processing, where the system is unable to verify the server name for the specified application server.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Server Name: The server name specified in the configuration may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the system from reaching the specified application server.
  Configuration Issues: The RFC destination may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Server Down: The application server may be down or not available for connections.
  DNS Resolution Issues: If the server name relies on DNS, there may be issues with DNS resolution.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Server Name: Verify that the server name specified in the configuration is correct. You can check this in transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Test Connection: Use transaction SM59 to test the connection to the RFC destination. This will help identify if the server is reachable.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the RFC destination is correctly configured, including the correct application server and instance number.
  Check Application Server Status: Ensure that the application server is up and running. You can check the status of the application servers in transaction SM51.
  Network Configuration: Check for any network issues that may be preventing access to the application server. This includes firewall settings, routing issues, etc.
  DNS Configuration: If the server name is resolved via DNS, ensure that the DNS settings are correct and that the server name can be resolved to the correct IP address.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: Manage RFC Destinations
  SM51: List of Active Application Servers
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on RFC and BGRFC.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the BGRFC315 error in your SAP system.